Omokdae
오목대
A pavilion on a small hill east of Hanok Village, where Yi Seong-gye held a feast after driving off Japanese pirates. It is the best viewpoint over the black-tiled rooftops of the entire Hanok Village.
Omokdae is a small hill about 20 metres high at the southeastern foot of Seungamsan, to the southeast of Hanok Village. A traditional pavilion stands on its summit. Legend says that in 1380, Yi Seong-gye, a Goryeo general, held a feast here to reward his clan on his way home after defeating Japanese pirates at the Battle of Hwangsan. There he sang the 'Song of the Great Wind', expressing his ambition to found a new dynasty. In 1900, Emperor Gojong personally inscribed a stele reading 'Site of Taejo's Royal Resting Place', which stands inside the pavilion. The site's greatest value is its view. From the platform in front of the pavilion, you can look down over the rolling black-tiled rooftops of Hanok Village, with the bell tower of Jeondong Cathedral and the city's high-rises in the background. It is the most classic photo spot in Jeonju, especially at dusk when the lights come on. From the eastern end of Taejo-ro in Hanok Village, it takes about 5 minutes uphill by stone steps or a gentle slope. Crossing a footbridge, you can continue to Imokdae across the way (the site of the former residence of Yi An-sa, Yi Seong-gye's great-grandfather), then go down the east side of the hill to Jaman Mural Village. These three sites can be linked into a half-hour walking loop. Entry is free and open all day. The pavilion itself is not lit at night, so it is recommended to go with others after dark. Note that the slope has steps, so mind your hanbok skirt when climbing in traditional dress, and expect mosquitoes in summer.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Jeonju Hanok Village
- Jeonju Hyanggyo
- Jaman Mural Village
- Jeonju Traditional Wine Museum
- Gyeonggijeon Shrine
- Jeondong Catholic Cathedral
- Pungnammun Gate
- Hanbyeokdang Pavilion