Journal 8(Yeoju 2)

Journal 8(Yeoju 2)

20100399 Gillim Kim S16

             Yeoju has many historical sites. So, I like Yeoju, because my major is history. I am going to introduce three historical sites.

             First, I introduce the house of Empress Myeongseong's birth. Empress Myeongseong is the empress of Emperor Gojong. Emperor Gojong is the twenty-sixth ruler of the Joseon Dynasty. Empress Myeongseong’s lived in from her birth until she was eight. Empress Myeongseong was murdered by the Japanese in 1895. There was erected a monument in the house. A monument was erected inscribed with the word “Empress Myeongseong Tangangguri”. This word’s mean is the village where Empress Myeongseong was born. There is the memorial hall in front of house. There is a display of some of the empress’ personal belongings and documents.

             Second, I introduce the Godalsaji. Godalsa is temple. This temple was buitlt by King Gyeongdeok in Silla Dynasty. But, Godalsa wasn’t exist, just remained relics. There were national treasure no. 4, 6, 7 and 8. There was found unaffected grandeur. At a guess, Godalsa is very big temple. Currently, officials are working to restore the temple.

             Third, I introduce the Pasa castle. Pasa castle’s circumference is approximately 943 meter. So, If you walk Pasa castle, the necessary time is approximately one hour. Pasa castle fortress was built along the ridge of the Pasa castle’s peak. Pasa castle was rather well-preserved. Pasa castle’s strong point is to observe Han River’s upriver and downriver. Pasa castle is strategic position.

             Yeoju has historical values. So, I am proud of Yeoju. Yeoju has more remains and historical sites. Some other time, I will introduce other places and remains.