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The royal portrait housed in Gyeonggi Palace, Jeongjeon was a portrait of the founder of the Chosun Dynasty, Taejo Lee Seong-gye.
Other of his royal portraits, retained either in the Gyeonggu or Pyeongyang regions, were destroyed during the Japanese Invasion of Korea in 1592, making this the sole surviving portrait of King Taejo. The royal portrait is in the Imo tradition, wherein the old original portrait was destroyed by fire then buried in the ground and an exact copy of the destroyed original was re-created. In 1872, the 9th year of the reign of King Kojong, this portrait was created after the Imo ceremony for the old one, which was housed in Yeongheejeon, Seoul.
This portrait shows the king in royal attire, when attending to public matters, with a royal robe and crown. The high quality technique and skill of the painting, such as the chiaroscuro of the face and clothing, the vivid colors of the royal throne, and the gold embedded dragon drawn upon the royal robe, shows noble virtues and dignity that still capture contemporary viewers.
This shrine, built in 1410 (10th year of the reign of King Taejong), houses the royal portrait of King Taejo, also named Bonjeon. Gyeonggi Palace was destroyed by fire during the Japanese Invasion of Korea in 1597, but was rebuilt in 1614 (6th year of the reign of Gwanghaegun) and has been preserved to this day. The corridor shows that this shrine is the highest ranking in the dynasty. The royal portrait of King Taejo, founder of the Chosun Dynasty, is preserved here, and the architecture itself boasts a high quality plan and Eobang structures. Recognized for its aesthetic merits imbued stoicism and nobility, this shrine was designated as a National Treasure in December of 2008. The construction and connection of the architecture materials have been strong enough to preserve it to the present era. This building is highly acclaimed for its strong architectural construction and noble aesthetic details and ornaments, especially noteworthy for its excellent representation of the middle Chosyn dynasty's architectural concepts and beautifully proportioned structures. The front of the building protrudes in a ‘丁’ shape, and two tortoises stand in front of the building. The face of one of the tortoises has been lost through time, but they were meant to be a pair. It is said the carpenter who built Gyeonggi Palace made these as a prayer to avoid future accidents, particularly fire, and also as a wish that the Chosun Dynasty would last forever, since the tortoise represents both longevity and aquatic animals.
A stone tablet indicates that one should dismount from one’s horse: a notice requires riders to dismount at Hongsalmun (red colored door), Wesinmun, Naesinmun and Jeongak, where the royal portrait is stored. Since this is a noble and royal shrine, the doors are called Spirit Doors, and upon entering any of the three doors to the area, the Hongsalmun, Wesinmun and Naesinmun, one enters through the east side (right side) and exits to west side (left side), because the middle path is the Spirit Path, frequented by the spirit of King Taejo.

Clean streams in Eunhaengro, Hanok Village are formed with granite beds and flow from Namcheong Bridge to Dongbu Market, 557m length. Small pavilions, ponds and waterwheels are some of the features you’ll find constructed on its banks. Choi Myeong-hee, author of Honbul, said in her novel, “surely a distinctive earth that had produced great kings, and even the taste of the water is different. When making mung bean Muk with Muksaemgol water, the vivid yellow color is so beautiful you cannot possibly dare to taste it.” This stream is this famous Muksaemgol spring.
Mungbean Muk is one of Jeonju’s 8 Flavors, and it is best made with water from this stream that flows through Hanok Village. At night, rainbow-colored lamps light the stream, adding distinction and a beautiful ambience. Ssamsie Park includes a pavilion, a pond, a water wheel, wild flowers and artistic walls.

The large pond in Deokjin Park becomes red, flooded with red lotus flowers.
A large pond in Deokjin Park (at 99,000㎡), the east of which contains lotus flower beds in half of the pond (43,000㎡). Wide lotus leaves fill the pond and are studded with lotus flowers. They dance in the blowing wind, making even the most serene heart leap with joy. The view of the lotus blossoms here is called the Deokjin Chaeryeon (‘appreciating lotus flowers in Deokjin’), and is named one of Jeonju’s 8 Magnificences. Deokjin Pond was constructed during the Goryo Dynasty according to Fung Shui principles. Donggukyeojiseungram explains that Jeonju is a basin area, surrounded by mountains with an opening only toward the North. The energy of the earth is lower than other regions, so building a pond deters the energy that would spread to other regions. This is different from the reservoirs, most of which were made for agricultural purposes.
Deokjin Park, the Harmony between Lotus Flowers and a Singing Fountain
Deokjin Park is a lake park in which visitors can enjoy cool water columns accompanied by music. The main area is a center stage which hosts a variety of performances and events for locals and is becoming a popular spot alongside the singing fountain. The lotus flowers are in full bloom in the middle of July, dying the whole area pink and red. A lotus flower festival highlights the view. Outdoor theatres are also set up during summer.

Jeonju’s unique street cafés, Kaemaek, (street beer) is popular among local residents. These cafes can be found in the Publishing Streets, which stem from the end of Nosong Square (Jeonju City Hall) toward Publishing Street, where can be found many publishers and printing houses. These beer shops provide beer at a discount price, and customers can choose their own side dishes.
These outdoor cafes first catered to white-collar workers looking for a release from fatigue after a long day. The most famous side dishes include Gap Ojing-eo (octopus), Hwangtae (dried fish) and egg rolls served with a famous soy sauce seasoning.
Most places are clustered around office areas, and one of the most popular is called Jeonil Super. New–comers include the Kamaek places found near the Jeonbuk Provincial Office and in the Seosin-dong area.
It is said that nothing offers better comfort than a cold beer at the end of a day’s hard labor.Egg rolls are delicious, the Bukeo are crisp and tender, and the Gap Ojingeo and beer make the greatest pair with the addition of the area’s famous seasoned soy sauce. This is a true hang-out for ordinary local folk.