Nongae Shrine (Uiamsa Shrine)
논개사당(의암사
📍 393, Hannuri-ro, Jangsu-gun, Jeollabuk-do
Introduction
Uiamsa Shrine was built to the memory of Chu Nongae, who sacrificed her life during the Imjin War (Japanese Invasion of Korea). In 1846, the Nongae-saeng-jang-hyang-su-myeong-bi monument was put up in praise of Nongae’s patriotism. In 1955, a shrine was built and named Uiamsa, which was then moved to the current location in 1974. Within the precincts of the shrine are a memorial stone, the portrait of Nongae by artist Kim Eun-ho, and three gates Woesammun, Naesammun and Chunguimun erected one after another. At the memorial hall, the existing possessions of Nongae and her husband General Choi Gyeong-hoe are on display. The annual Nongae Festival takes places on September 3rd by the lunar calendar, during which memorial services and cultural events are held to commemorate Nongae.
Telephone
Homepage
www.cha.go.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
🗺 Location
393, Hannuri-ro, Jangsu-gun, Jeollabuk-do
✏ Details
Restrooms
Available
Available Facilities
Memorial Hall, monument house, etc.
Admission Fees
Free
Parking Fees
Free
🔎 Information
Inquiries
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-63-350-2326
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-63-350-2326
Parking Facility
Available
Opening Hours
09:00-18:00 (Winter 09:00-17:00)