Introduction:
The Jeongok-ri Prehistoric Site (전곡리 선사유적지), is a prime site on the Korean peninsula for the study of Paleolithic relics, and was unearthed after the discovery of a stone implement by an American soldier who was visiting an amusement park near Hantangang

 

Information:
Information Introduction The Jeongok-ri Prehistoric Site (전곡리 선사유적지), is a prime site on the Korean peninsula for the study of Paleolithic relics, and was unearthed after the discovery of a stone implement by an American soldier who was visiting an amusement park near Hantangang River in the winter of 1978
It was identified as an Acheulean Paleolithic stone implement by an expert, and gained the attention of experts from around the world
The Jeongok-ri Prehistoric Site is situated on a basalt deposit that was likely formed during the Precambrian era
More than 3,000 relics have been discovered, allowing extensive Paleolithic research not only by Korean, but also international experts
The Jeongok-ri Prehistoric Site also maintains a Paleolithic Relics Hall, an archive, and other facilities for visitors
There are also outdoor sculptures that represent daily life during the Paleolithic era, erected with the intent of preserving the natural aesthetic
Together, the facilities and sculptures aid our understanding of the Paleolithic era


Telephone: +82-31-839-2561~3

Current:
Status Historic Site No
268 (Designated on October 2, 1979) Admission Fees Adults: 1,000 won / Students: 500 won ※ Group tour: Group of 20 or more gets 20% off the regular ticket price ※ Free: Seniors (Ages 65 and more) and Infants (Ages 3 and below) For tour inquiries: +82-31-839-2561~3

 

Jeongok-ri Prehistoric Site Reviews:
tianO:    Worth a wonder;Lots of exhibitions
tianO:    Good!;A Much More Traditional Beach
SounL:    Night walks;Not clean beach
GDeLK:    Walk on the glass floor and see th...;Nice day out
jianK:    Best Place for Shopping;Street food, street food!
SounLT:    Star Gate!;Near to metro train
lianKO:    Disappointing;Part of a cruise ship tou; OK
GDeLK:    Something educational;Didn't really know what this was...
SounLT:    International terminal is a breeze...;Place to take overnight boat to Je...
dH:    Beautiful mountain park and quiet...;Amazing mountain top fortress that...