Introduction:
Hyanggyo refers to the educational institutions of the Joseon Dynasty. Much like the national junior and high schools of today, a hyanggyo is where the children of local officials were educated and where ritual services were held in memory of Confucius.

 
Information:
Information Introduction Hyanggyo refers to the educational institutions of the Joseon Dynasty
Much like the national junior and high schools of today, a hyanggyo is where the children of local officials were educated and where ritual services were held in memory of Confucius
The Yangcheon Hyanggyo Confucian School is the only such school in Seoul
Built in the 12th year of King Taejong of Joseon (1411), the school was entirely renovated in 1981
There are eight buildings in the premise, including the Daeseongjeon, Myeongryundang, Jeonsacheong, Dongjae, Seojae, Naesammun, and Waesammun
Today, a national ritual service for Confucius is held here twice a year: one in the spring and one in the fall
Also, various programs are offered to teach Chinese characters, calligraphy, or Oriental painting to regular citizens, as well as elementary, junior, and high school students
This way, the institution is educating the youth and preserving tradition at the same time
Size of facilities: Daeseongjeon 54㎡, Myeongryundang 77
91㎡, Jeonsacheong 11
52㎡, Naesammun 11
97㎡, Oesammun 18
63㎡, Dongjae 29
52㎡, Seojae 29
52㎡ Construction period: 12th year of King Taejong’s reign during the Joseon Dynasty (1411)

Telephone: +82-2-2658-9988

Current:
Status [Yangcheonhyanggyo Confucian School] Monument of Seoul Metropolitan City No
8 (Designated on June 8, 1990) Closed Mondays Activity Information Personality education program Folk games Traditional culture learning program Preparing the table for memorial service/rituals Etc


Operating:
Hours [PR Hall] 09:00-17:00 Parking Facilities Available (Due to limited parking space, taking public transportation is highly recommended) Admission Fees Free Restrooms Available Facilities for the Handicapped Not available Parking Fees Free Korean Info Service Available - Prior reservation required for group tours at +82-2-2658-9988

 
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