Gochujang Fermenting Village Course [Wellchon] | Travel Course | K-Travel Mate

Manilsa, located on the foothills of Hoemunsan in Anjeong-ri, Gurim-myeon, Sunchang-gun, Jeollabuk-do, was first established as a temple during the Baekje era under King Mu in 673. It was rebuilt in the early Joseon period by Muhakdaesa before Yi Seong-gye became king. The temple was completely destroyed during the Korean War in 1950 and rebuilt again in 1954. In 1998, an Iljumun gate, Daeungjeon main hall, and a dormitory building were each constructed. The name Manilsa comes from Muhakdaesa’s prayer that Yi Seong-gye would ascend the throne while praying here for ten days. A stele (height 175 cm, width 65 cm, thickness 16 cm) records this history. Below the temple lies Sanan Village, and views of the picturesque ridges of Mujiksan and Seongmisan can be enjoyed.

You can experience the flavor of a prestigious gochujang brand in Sunchang, famously associated with gochujang. The reputation of Sunchang gochujang began right here at the Gochujang Fermentation Village. Under Mt. Hoemun, the jars fermenting in the clear water and clean nature of Sunchang are filled not only with gochujang but also with our tradition and the wisdom of our ancestors. By listening to a traditional gochujang maker explaining how to make gochujang and then making tteokbokki with the vividly red fermented gochujang, visitors become immersed in the mystery of fermented foods and the charm of gochujang that cannot be taught anywhere else. The sanchae bibimbap mixed evenly with red gochujang and fresh local vegetables of Sunchang has the effect of enriching both body and mind. In addition to gochujang experiences, various programs in crafts, farming, culture, and hands-on activities are available to choose and enjoy. As a gochujang village, all meals here are flavored with traditional Sunchang gochujang and Sunchang specialties. The spicy and sweet seasoning with fresh vegetables in sanchae bibimbap and the juicy stir-fried pork are the local delicacies. The village offers spacious accommodation for 120 people, along with a restaurant, auditorium, seminar room, campfire facilities, and other leisure amenities, providing enjoyable memories throughout the stay.

고추장의 고장, 전북 순창에는 고추장과 된장 등 전통 장류 문화의 모든 것을 보여주는 장류박물관이 있다. 전통고추장민속마을 앞에 있는 장류박물관의 입구에 들어서면 관람객을 가장 먼저 반겨주는 고추장 할머니 로봇이 순창 고추장의 내력을 들려준다. 전시실을 둘러보면 다양한 고추장의 종류와 고추장, 된장의 역사 그리고 만들어지는 과정 등을 한눈에 알 수 있다. 장류 박물관은 직접 보고 체험하는 공간도 다양하게 마련되어 있다.

Sunchang Traditional Gochujang Folk Village was created by Sunchang-gun to revitalize the traditional fermented sauce industry and continue the reputation and traditional manufacturing secrets of Sunchang traditional gochujang. It was established in 1997 after about three years of development. Artisans who were scattered throughout Sunchang-gun were gathered in the Baeksan-ri area of Sunchang-eup at the foot of Amisan Mountain, forming the Traditional Gochujang Folk Village, which has transformed into a tourist site. This place combines hygienic standards proven by modern science with the artisans' methods that preserve the original taste and ingredients, producing gochujang that is both hygienic and traditionally authentic. The entire village serves as a gochujang sales location and tourist spot, where large jars of gochujang and pickled vegetables fill the yards of each house and meju blocks hang from the eaves, adding to the traditional atmosphere. Each household produces and sells its own gochujang, and handles about 20 kinds of traditional fermented soybean paste, soy sauce, and pickled vegetables made from persimmons, sesame leaves, cucumbers, garlic, chili peppers, bellflower roots, deodeok, and plums, with prices varying slightly by household. The quality control of the sauces and pickled goods made in the village is managed by the Sunchang-gun Jangryu Business Office.

Gangcheonsan Recreational Farm is located in Gureem-myeon, Sunchang-gun, Jeonbuk. Established in 1990 and officially opened as a tourist farm in 1997, it is situated within Jungbawi Amusement Park, 1.5 km toward Jeongeup from the three-way intersection at the entrance to Gangcheonsa Temple. Covering an area of 33,058㎡ (about 10,000 pyeong) on the mountainside, it features a lawn yard, mountain lodge-style accommodations, and a herb greenhouse as a herb-specialized tourist farm. Besides accommodations, the farm offers water play using a natural stream and many sites to visit such as the Gangcheonsan valley.