Chokseongnu Pavilion, one of Korea's three main pavilions in marvelous Jinju

Chokseongnu Pavilion, one of Korea's three main pavilions in marvelous Jinju 

Chosun.com Media Report Team

Welcome to the beautiful river city of Jinju, Gyeongnam. Jinju, which means "pearl" in Korean, is characterized by a tranquil river, sculptures drifting above the water and a grandeur cliff. 

Here you can experience traditional Korean culture of the past and present. Don't miss a chance to also visit Chokseongnu Pavilion, chosen by CNN Go as one of the top 50 Korean tourist attractions. 

<Photo One. Jinju's most renowned tourist spot, Jinjuseong Fortress>

There are many ways to reach Jinju, but for your safe and comfortable trip, book an express bus ticket.

If you've yet drawn up your itinerary and don't know where to start, head straight to Jinjuseong Fortress, a lively battle field historically linked to the Japanese invasion in 1592.

There are three entrances at the castle, and you can pass through whichever one. But for an impeccable tour, walk through the door at the very right and look around Jinju National Museum first. From there on, you can meet the fortress and Chokseongnu Pavilion.

<Photo Two. At the Jinju National Museum in Jinjuseong Fortress, you can experience traditional Korean culture and history.>

Jinju National Museum was founded to become Korea's first historic museum solely concentrated on the Imjin War (1592-98). The museum is divided into several zones by theme and era, each filled with artifacts and documentaries of the bloody battle. In the darkroom, you will find earthen potteries, ceramics, calligraphic works and craft works, all that guide you through Korea's rich history and culture. 

After a tour around the museum, walk along the fortress and gaze upon Nam River, home to the Namgang Yudeung Festival held every October. 

<Photo Three. Chokseongnu Pavilion, chosen as one of the top 50 places you must visit by CNN Go, boasts of a fairy tale-like nightscape.>

Chokseongnu Pavilion is one of Korea's three main pavilions, characterized by a tall cliff soaring up from the grand Nam River. Catch the picturesque sunset and nightscape from Euiam, a rock located below the pavilion, or from a bank across the river. 

Euiam is an emotionally charged historical hot spot where a Korean geisha sacrificed her life during the Imjin War of Japanese invasions (1592-98). Visitors can hop onto the rock as well, but watch your step for the currents are rapid. From here, you can see the elegant roof curves of Chokseongnu Pavilion, matched with a clear blue sky.  

<Photo Four. Euiam (rock) below Chokseongnu Pavilion> 

After a stroll around Jinju, time for dinner! Jinju's specialty is bibimbap and naengmyeon (cold noodles). Bibimbap is originated from a dish made by leftovers from ancestral rites, all mixed together in a single bowl. The localized dish in Jinju is topped with raw meat, so don't miss out on this special opportunity!

Naengmyeon in Jinju is made by buckwheat and kimchi, topped with pork or meat. They soy sauce broth and ice cubes added at the very end spice up the coolness of this summer dish, also enjoyed during winter. If you're not up for cold noodles, freshwater fish stew is another treat you can relish.  

Jinju doesn't have a city tour bus, so get around by public transit. For more information, visit the Jinju cultural tourism homepage at: http://english.jinju.go.kr/

<Photo Five. Jinju's exquisite delicacy, Jinju Bibimbap>

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