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South Korea

Jeonju / Where Hanboks Dance and Bibimbap Sings

MeowScore 😻91/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

September

Mild weather, autumn leaves, and Jeonju Hanok Village.

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january

Experience winter at its finest with snow festivals and skiing. 🎿

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february

Celebrate the Lunar New Year with traditional food and cultural events. 🎊

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march

Enjoy the mild weather and blooming cherry blossoms at Omokdae. 🌸

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april

Discover the traditional Hanji paper-making process at Jeonju Hanji Museum. 📜

🥢
may

Taste the famous Jeonju bibimbap among the blooming roses at the Jeonju International Sori Festival. 🌹

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june

Explore Jeonju's beautiful mountains and temples while hiking the Deokjin Mountain. ⛰️

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july

Cool off in the refreshing waterfalls of Baekyangsa Temple. 💦

🎬
august

Join the Jeonju International Film Festival for a week of cinema and culture. 🎥

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september

Witness the brilliant autumn foliage at the Jeonju Hanok Village. 🍂

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october

Experience Halloween in Jeonju with horror-themed festivities. 🎃

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november

Relish the tangy flavors of Jeonju's fermented food at the Jeonju Bibimbap Festival. 🍚

🎇
december

Gaze at the sparkling light displays and enjoy sweet treats at the Jeonju Lighting Festival. ✨

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Jeonju is moderately priced, with some affordable options for shopping and food, but also some high-end shops and restaurants. It's somewhere in the middle.

Check out the street vendors for cheap snacks and souvenirs, but be prepared to spend a bit more at the upscale restaurants and boutiques.

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

to experience Jeonju's traditional culture

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

to experience Jeonju's traditional culture

Jeonju is famous for its hanok village, bibimbap, and cultural festivals.

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Jeonju.

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Jeonju.

Cash is preferred although credit card can be used. Bill splitting is not common.

internet situation

great Speed

Fast fiber-optic connections

excellent Availability

Broadband widely available

excellent Cellular

Extensive 4G coverage throughout the city

Electric socket type F

Common in Europe (except UK and Ireland), Korea, Indonesia, Russia. Accepts Type C, Type E (if pinhole exists).

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biking hostile

Limited bike lanes

walkable

Pedestrian-friendly streets

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

Stroll down Meowkle Alley, swishing your tail through the exquisite aromas of catnap tea and fishy delights, all available at your paw-tips.

Stretch your whiskers in our cozy cat cafés, leaving your paw prints on ancient walls, or bask in a warm sunbeam, as you curl up atop a traditional hanok roof.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Nambu Night Market
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Omokdae and Imokdae
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Jeonju Zoo
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Gyeonggijeon Shrine
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Jeonju Hanok Village

The mainstream

🍔
Nambu Night Market

Hungry? Smell the grilled sausages and fish cakes! Nambu Night Market is a food utopia for adventurous cats. 🐈

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🏠
Omokdae and Imokdae

Climb up the hill for a stunning view of Jeonju, and sink those paws into the grassy fields. Rumor has it that cats hang out here at night. 🐈

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🐭
Jeonju Zoo

Roarrrr! Check out the wild tigers and lions at Jeonju Zoo. Happy cattos can play with some goats and rabbits, too. 🐈

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🌲
Gyeonggijeon Shrine

This historic shrine houses a portrait of King Taejo, the founder of the Joseon dynasty. A pawsome spot for history-loving cats. 🐈

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Jeonju Hanok Village

Cat-shaped traditional houses line the narrow alleys, filled with savory smells of bibimbap and makgeolli. 🍰

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Off the beaten path

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Seocheon Art Museum
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Chungnyun Mall
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Nambu Traditional Market
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Jeonju Zoo
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Jeondong Catholic Church

Off the beaten path

🖼️
Seocheon Art Museum

A quiet and peaceful museum showcasing local artists and their works. 🎨

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🐈
Chungnyun Mall

A hidden gem for cat lovers, with a variety of unique cat-themed shops and cafes. 😻

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🍓
Nambu Traditional Market

A busy and vibrant marketplace selling everything from fresh produce to souvenirs. 🛍️

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🐒
Jeonju Zoo

A small but charming zoo with everything from lions to peacocks. 🐯

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🙏
Jeondong Catholic Church

A beautiful, historic church with stained glass windows and a peaceful atmosphere. 🕊️

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biking hostile

Limited bike lanes

walkable

Pedestrian-friendly streets

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

Mindful meoweler tips

Jeonju Hanok Village

A preserved village with hundreds of traditional Korean houses, offering cultural experiences such as hanbok rentals and street food. Don't forget to visit the Omokdae pavilion!

Bibimbap

Jeonju is famous for its bibimbap, a rice dish with various toppings such as vegetables, meat, and egg. Don't miss out on this delicious local cuisine!

Gyeonggijeon Shrine

A historic shrine built for Prince Gwanghae, the 15th son of King Seonjo. Admire the beautiful architecture and learn about Korean history.

Jeonju Zoo and Botanical Garden

A large zoo and botanical garden filled with a variety of animals and plants. Take a peaceful stroll and enjoy the nature.

Jeonjuhyanggyo Confucian School

A Confucian school that was established in the mid-Joseon Dynasty to educate young scholars. Experience the traditional Korean education system.

Useful external sites

english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/ATR/SI_EN_3_1_1_1.jsp?cid=264337

Visit Korea Jeonju↗

Official travel guide for Jeonju, South Korea

www.jeonju.go.kr/index.en.jsp

Jeonju City↗

Official website for Jeonju City

www.jeonjuhanok.go.kr/eng/main.do

Jeonju Hanok Village↗

Website providing information about Jeonju Hanok Village

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