Unjoru House
구례 운조루
A Joseon-era yangban residence completed in 1776, whose rice jar inscribed “Others may open it” reflects the village's tradition of helping the poor, and which is designated a national folk cultural heritage.
Unjoru House lies in Omi-ri, Toji-myeon, Gurye-gun. Built by Ryu I-ju in 1776, it sits with Jirisan behind and the Seomjin River in front, a site regarded as auspicious by feng shui standards. The house retains its traditional layout of sarang (men's quarters), inner quarters and an ancestral shrine. The most famous feature is the rice jar in the kitchen inscribed with “Others may open it.” Any hungry villager may open it and take rice, reflecting the owners' spirit of helping the needy. Descendants still live here, so please keep quiet during your visit. Admission is about 1,000 won, and it is about a 15-minute drive from Hwaeomsa Temple.
Opening hours
About 09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Saseongam Hermitage
- Hwaeomsa Temple
- Cheoneunsa Temple
- Piagol Valley
- Nogodan Peak
- Hwagae Market & Cherry Blossom Road
- Gurye Sansuyu Village
- Ssanggyesa Temple