Jinjuseong Selected as One of the 'Top 100 Korean Tourist Attractions' by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism

Selected for the Sixth Time as a Must-Visit Destination for Both Koreans and Foreign Visitors
Firmly Established as a Leading Tourist Attraction in Korea

Jinju Fortress in Gyeongnam has been selected as one of the ‘Top 100 Tourist Attractions in Korea for 2025-2026,’ organized by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Tourism Organization.

The Top 100 Tourist Attractions in Korea is a project that selects 100 representative tourist destinations in Korea that both Koreans and foreign visitors must visit. This is the 7th edition of the project. Selection is conducted every two years, and preliminary candidates are identified through the existing Top 100 list, local government recommendations, and big data analysis, followed by document evaluation, on-site assessment, and final selection committee review.

Panoramic view of Jinju Fortress.

With this selection, Jinju Fortress has been named to the ‘Top 100 Tourist Attractions in Korea’ for the sixth time, further solidifying its status as a premier tourist destination in Korea.

Jinju Fortress, a representative landmark of ‘Jinju travel,’ holds the history of the Battle of Jinju, one of the three major battles of the Imjin War. It is filled with various attractions such as tranquil fortress walls, grand pavilions, and culturally significant heritage sites. Located along the Namgang River that runs through the city center, it boasts excellent scenic views and accessibility.

In particular, through Jinju City’s ‘Night Tourism Specialization Project,’ it has become a night tourism attraction that shines beautifully not only during the day but also at night. It was also selected for the ‘Open Tourism Site Contest’ to enhance accessibility and convenience for tourism-vulnerable groups, transforming it into a tourist destination that people of all ages can enjoy.

Additionally, the ‘Jinju Battle History Park’ in front of Chokseokmun Gate of Jinju Fortress, completed after 17 years, enriches the historical value of Jinju Fortress. The park support facility within the park, ‘Jinju Fortress Hokuk Maru,’ offers diverse performances and conveniences to Jinju citizens and tourists, receiving great love and appreciation.

A Jinju City official said, “We hope many people visit Jinju Fortress, the center of history and culture, to fully enjoy the breath of history embedded in Jinju Fortress and the beautiful scenery of the Namgang River.” He added, “We will continue to promote various tourism projects centered on Jinju Fortress to provide visitors with great enjoyment.”

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