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Yangnim-dong, Gwangju, is a neighborhood brimming with past and cultural attractions.This area offers a unique blend of art, architecture, and local charm, making it a popular destination for both locals and tourists.
One notable spot is the creative studio, gallery, and cafe of media artist Lee Nam lee. Gallery admission is included in the drink price. Lee Nam Lee’s works, including media art and sculpture, are displayed throughout the space, providing insight into his artistic world.
A meaningful landmark in Yangnim-dong is a holly tree, known for its dark green leaves and red berries, symbolizing Christmas. This tree is estimated too be around 400 years old and reaches approximately 6 meters in height. Adjacent to the tree is the ‘Holly Art Polygon’, a cultural complex originally expanded from a garage at missionary Won Yohan’s residence. It now hosts various cultural activities, including exhibitions, within its cozy, orange-brick setting.
stories left behind in architecture
The entrance to Owen Memorial Hall with its distinctive arch shape.
Nearby, the former residence of American missionary Woo Il-seon (robert M. Willson), who directed Jejungwon (now Gwangju Christian Hospital) and cared for leprosy patients, is easily accessible. The two-story building, reached by a short set of stairs, is the oldest Western-style house in Gwangju, remarkably well-preserved despite its age.
‘Owen Memorial Hall’, located within the Christian Nursing University, gained recognition as a filming location for the 2012 drama
‘Lee Jang-woo House’, known for its tranquil atmosphere, has also been featured in dramas and movies. This modern, upper-class residence is considerable in size and features a large turtle stone sculpture in its pond, symbolizing prosperity. The property offers a picturesque scene,blending a sunlit dirt yard with the conventional charm of a hanok.
‘The Last Supper – Yangnim’, a relief work reinterpreting Leonardo da vinci’s masterpiece with figures from Yangnim-dong.
Beyond these landmarks, Yangnim-dong offers numerous hidden gems.These include the relief sculpture ‘The Last Supper – Yangrim’, a creative reimagining of da Vinci’s work featuring local figures, murals that evoke the past, and dried persimmons ripening under eaves. Exploring the streets reveals a wealth of engaging sights.
A half-day is easily spent discovering, experiencing, and