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Gangjin Celadon Festival

강진청자축제

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33, Cheongjachon-gil, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do

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Between the 10th and 14th centuries, the Gangjin area was a flourishing celadon production site. Today, 16 kilns remain active, and produce some of the most precious celadons. The Gangjin Celadon Festival is a perfect opportunity to see the timeless beauty of celadon production, and to experience it oneself. Meanwhile, in 2010, the festival was chosen as one of the best festivals in Korea by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

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End date: 20160807
Venue: Goryeo Celadon Porcelain Kiln area
Start date: 20160730
Venue info: [Bus]
-Take an express bus to Gangjin Bus Terminal.
-From Gangjin Bus Terminal, take a local bus bound for Goryeo Celadon Porcelain Kiln.
(고려청자도요지, Goryeo Cheongja Doyoji)
-Local Bus Info: runs 22 times a day/ Estimated Travel time: 40min
Hours: 7,000 won

Updated 2016.04.14

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33, Cheongjachon-gil, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do

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