Jinnamgwan Hall
Jinnamgwan Hall (National Treasure) is located at the site of the Jeolla Province naval base during the Joseon dynasty. At that time, it was a watchtower called Jimhaeru, where Admiral Yi Sun-sin commanded his forces during the Imjin War (1592-1598). The original building burned down near the end of the war, and Admiral Yi Sun-sin's successor, Yi Si-eon, constructed Jinnamgwan Hall, a large gaeksa (government officer guesthouse) at the site in 1599.Jinnamgwan Hall is a single-story gable-roofed building with 15 kan (traditional Korean measurement between two pillars) on the front and 5 kan on the sides. It is the largest single-story goverment building from the Joseon dynasty in the region. At the hall entrance is a small museum outlining the history of Jinnamgwan and the Imjin War, and the famous Yeosu Stone Statue (Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City Tangible Cultural Asset) is located within the precincts of the hall. Nearby attractions include Jasan Park, Odongdo Island, Dolsan Bridge, Chungminsa Shrine, and Manseongni Beach.
- Type
- Historic site
- Area
- Yeosu-si, Jeonnam-Gwangju
- Address
- 11, Dongmun-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City
- Opening hours
- Winter 09:00-17:00Summer 09:00-18:00
- Closed
- N/A (Open all year round)
- Parking
- Available
- Parking nearby
- 5 lots within 500 m · about 366 spaces
- Sunrise / sunset
- Sat, Oct 31: sunrise 06:48 · sunset 17:37
- Phone
- • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-61-659-4756
Festivals & events nearby
- 2026 Namdo K-Gadeun Peseutibeol 2026 남도 K-가든 페스티벌 On now Fri, Sep 11 – Sat, Oct 31 · 3 km
- Yeosu National Heritage Media Art Festival: Jinnamgwan Guesthouse On now Fri, Oct 9 – Sun, Nov 8 · 0 km
- Yeosu Night Sea Fireworks Festival Sat, Oct 31 · 1 km
FAQ
- Is there parking at Jinnamgwan Hall?
- Yes (Available). On weekends and holidays the car park fills up early, so arrive in the morning.
- What are the opening hours of Jinnamgwan Hall?
- Winter 09:00-17:00Summer 09:00-18:00. Hours can change by season or for events, so check before you go. Times are Korea time (KST).
Nearby attractions
- Jwasuyeong Bridge 0.1 km · Landmark
- Yi Sunsin Square 0.2 km · City park
- Yeosu Tarubi 여수 타루비 0.3 km · Historic site
- Gosodae 고소대 0.3 km · Historic site
- Jungangseoneosijang 중앙선어시장 0.3 km · Traditional market
- Yeosuhyanggyo 여수향교 0.3 km · Historic site
- Yeosugu Port 0.3 km · River, sea & lake
- Dalbitgaelleori 달빛갤러리 0.4 km · Museum & gallery