Jinju, a small city in South Korea

The following is a travel guide to Jinju, a small city in South Korea: 1. Basic information Jinju City is located in the western center of South Gyeongsang Province, South Korea, and is a famous historical and cultural city in South Korea. There are rich cultural relics and beautiful natural scenery here, suitable for tourists who like in-depth travel. 2. Transportation Guide • From Seoul: It is very convenient to take the KTX (Korea High Speed ​​Rail) from Seoul to Jinju. The cost is about 192 yuan (36,600 won) and it takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes. After arriving in Jinju, you can choose to take a bus or taxi to your destination. • Self-driving: If you drive yourself, you can rent a car on the car rental app after arriving in Jinju. The price is not expensive, but you will need to provide an international driver’s license or a Korean driver’s license. 3. Main attractions 1. Jinju Castle • Introduction: Jinju Castle was originally an earthen castle, but was built into a stone castle in the fifth year of King U of the late Goryeo Dynasty (1379). It has basically retained its appearance from a hundred years ago. It is a landmark attraction in Jinzhou and an excellent place to learn about the local history and culture. • Ticket price: 2,000 KRW for adults. • Recommended visiting time: 8:00~10:00 in the morning. • Recommended reason: Strolling along the 1,760-meter-long city wall, you can enjoy the panoramic view of Jinzhou and the beautiful scenery of Nanjiang River. The best spot for taking photos is Gongbei Gate, where the morning light shining on the city wall is very beautiful. 2. National Jinju Museum • Introduction: Located in Jinju City, the museum has a rich collection of cultural relics from ancient times to various historical periods, totaling more than 1.4 million pieces. I especially recommend the Battle of Changping exhibition hall, where you can learn a lot of historical knowledge. In addition, important cultural relics in the museum, such as the Tanshi Statue Stele and Haojiang's Golden Tomb, are also not to be missed. • Tickets: Free, but reservations are required in advance. • Opening hours: 9:00~17:00. • Recommended visiting time: After visiting Jinju City, it is only a few minutes’ walk away and can be visited around 12 noon. 3. Chuseok-ro • Introduction: Located on the bank of the Nam River, it is known as one of the three largest pavilions in Korea. The Chushi Tower was first built in 1365 and was rebuilt seven times. It was the command headquarters for guarding Jinzhou City during wartime. Climbing up the stone building, you can overlook the entire Jinzhou city with a very broad view. Especially in the evening, the scenery is like a landscape painting, which is very suitable for taking pictures. • Ticket price: 2,000 KRW for adults. • Recommended visiting time: 13:30~15:30 in the afternoon. Can be arranged after the National Museum. IV. Food recommendations • A restaurant specializing in pork ribs: located near Jinzhou City, the food portions are quite generous. The average per capita consumption is about RMB 120. • Cafe: There is a very famous cafe opposite Gongbei Gate, with beautiful environment and attentive service, it is a good place to relax. • Local snacks: You can visit Jinju Central Market and try local snacks, such as "진주명물 덕인당 꿀빵". 5. Accommodation suggestions You can choose to stay in Jinzhou for a rest. Asia Lakeside Hotel is recommended. The water quality is particularly good. The hotel price is 18,000 won per person including breakfast. VI. Other Notes • It is recommended to purchase tickets in advance to avoid wasting time in queues. • You can download ticket apps for several attractions to make purchasing tickets quick and easy. • Plan your trip appropriately and savor the beauty of Jinju slowly. Don’t rush. The above is Jinzhou’s travel guide, I hope it will be helpful to you!