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Chungnyeolsa Temple 충렬사

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251, Yeohwang-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do (경상남도 통영시 여황로 251 (명정동))

Chungnyeolsa Temple was built by 7th Admiralty Commander Lee Un-nyong in 1606 upon the order of King Seonjo during his 39th year of rule in 1606. The temple, which was meant to commemorate Admiral Lee Sun-sin's loyalty and brilliant exploits, houses the memorial tablet of Admiral Lee.

The temple has five gates: Naesammun, Jungmun, Oesammun, Jeongmun, and Hongsalmun. There are other significant structures inside the temple as well. Dongjae and Seojae, the place where food for ancestral rituals were prepared can be found inside Jungmun Gate. Located inside Oesammun Gate are Sungmudang (administrative office) and Gyeongchungjae (lecture hall). On both sides of the gate are six pavilions housing memorial tablets, including the tablet of Admiral Lee. Outside the gate are Ganghallu Pavilion and the exhibition hall.

The sign with the words "忠烈祠" hanging on Jeongchim and Oesammun was written by Munjeonggong Song Sun-gil and bestowed by King Hyunjong.

Total area: 9,067.8m²,
Building area: 727m²
Exhibition hall: 115.7m²

Utilization information

・Information : Rituals and traditional ceremony, etc.

・Information : • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-55-645-3229

・Parking Facilities : Available

・Closed : N/A (Open all year round)

・Operating Hours : Summer 09:00~18:00 / Winter 09:00~17:00

Admission Fees

Individuals: Adults 1,000 won / Youths & the military 700 won / Children 500 won
Groups (30 or more): Adults 800 won / Youths & the military 600 won / Children 400 won

* Children under 7 years old and Seniors over 65 may enter free of charge.
* Credit card accepted.

Available Facilities

Relic museum

Restrooms

Available

Facilities for the Handicapped

Not available

Parking Fees

Free

Korean Info. Service

Culture Interpreter (Prior notice required)

Access

From Seoul Express Bus Terminal, take an express bus bound for Tongyeong Bus Terminal.
Transfer to bus 700 in front of the bus terminal and get off at Chungnyeolsa Temple Plaza Bus Stop (17 bus stops)

OR

Take a cab from Tongyeong Bus Terminal to the temple (approx 10 min).

251, Yeohwang-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do


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