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Korea Gasa Literature Collection (한국가사문학관)

877, Gasamunhak-ro, Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do

About

Explore the Korea Gasa Literature Collection, a serene journey into Korea’s rich poetic past. You can expect to wander through magnificent exhibits featuring rare historical literature and over 11,000 artifacts. This site is perfect for culture enthusiasts, literature students, and history buffs seeking a quiet moment of reflection. Spend time savoring tea at the traditional tea house while absorbing the beauty of the scholarly texts. Visiting during the spring or autumn provides the most pleasant atmosphere to enjoy Damyang’s natural beauty alongside its deep cultural heritage.

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The Gasa Literature Collection was completed in October 2000 and is located in Damyang, Jeollanam-do, an area which is famous for its fertile land and rich historical heritage. Apart from the main building, additional buildings include a souvenir shop, and traditional tea house. In the museum, historical literature such as “Myeonangjip” (a collection of Gasa poems by Song Sun) and “Songgangjip,” (a collection of Gasa poems by Jeong Cheol) are on display. There are 11,461 artifacts and literature on Gasa culture, 18 Gasa works, and 15,000 books about Gasa.

Information

Phone

+82-61-380-2701

Website

www.gasa.go.kr

Hours

November-February 09:00-17:00 / May-August 09:00-19:00 / March, April, September, October 09:00-18:00

Closed

N/A (Open all year round)

Parking

Available

Fee

Individuals: Adults 2,000 won / Teenagers 1,000 won / Children 700 won
Groups: Adults 1,600 won / Teenagers 700 won / Children 500 won

* Groups: 20 people or more
* Free admission: Preschoolers, senior citizens (ages 65 & older)

Visitors also explore Hwanbyeokdang Pavilion (환벽당), Sigyeongjeong Pavilion (담양 식영정) and Gwangjuho Lake Eco Park (광주호 호수생태원) near this location.