[Daegu] Nokdongseowon Confucian Academy (녹동서원)

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Nokdongseowon Confucian Academy was built in 1789 in honor of General Kim Chung-seon (1571-1642), who contributed greatly to Korea’s defense during the Imjin War (1592-1598). The academy was shut down in 1868, and reinstated in 1885. Then, in 1971, it was moved to its current location. Today, General Kim’s tablet is enshrined in this hall, where a memorial service is held every March. Nearby attractions on the grounds of Nokdongseowon include Nokdongsa Temple, Sunguidang Shrine, Hyangyangmun Gate and memorial stones.

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📍 Nearby Attractions

• Dalseong Korea-Japan Friendship Center (달성 한일우호관)Distance: 94m | 206, Urok-gil, Dalseong-gun, Daegu

Source: Korea Tourism Organization

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