natural wonder
Damyang Juknokwon Bamboo Forest
A serene bamboo forest garden in southern Korea with winding paths through dense groves of towering bamboo.
32 km · about 35 min drive
AsiaSouth KoreaJeollabuk-do
Jeongeup
Jeollabuk-do, South Korea · Asia
About Jeongeup
Jeongeup sits on the route: 15 minutes from Chilbo, 32km from Damyang Juknokwon Bamboo Forest.
Jeongeup is in Jeollabuk-do, South Korea, with about 140,000 people. You drive on the right here. The nearest town is Chilbo, about 7 km away.
Jeongeup (Korean: 정읍; Korean pronunciation: [tɕʌŋ.ɯp̚]) is a city in North Jeolla Province, South Korea. The city limits include Naejang-san National Park, a popular destination particularly in autumn due to its foliage. Jeongeup is on the Honam Expressway and Honam Line, with the Seohaean Expressway also within easyRead more
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Within an hour or so of Jeongeup: Damyang Juknokwon Bamboo Forest (32 km), Jeonju Hanok Village (32 km).
Where is Jeongeup?
Jeongeup is in Jeollabuk-do, South Korea, about 7 km from Chilbo.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 139,876
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- South Korea
- Region
- Jeollabuk-do
- Timezone
- Asia/Seoul
- Coordinates
- 35.6000, 126.9170
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in South Korea
Tourist helpline (English): 1330.
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2 notable places within an hour's drive.
landmark
Jeonju Hanok Village
A charming neighborhood of over 700 traditional hanok buildings, considered the birthplace of Korean bibimbap and home to vibrant cultural traditions.
32 km · about 35 min drive
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