Former Main Building of the Gunsan Customs
Korean name: 옛 군산세관
Jeonbuk
This is the former main customs building of Gunsan, completed in 1908 in a European style using red bricks imported from Belgium. Today it serves as the Honam Customs Museum, where visitors can learn about customs history.
About
The Former Main Building of the Gunsan Customs was completed before the start of Japanese colonial rule in 1908, making it a modern government building established by Korea. The customs office was responsible for inspecting and taxing goods entering and leaving Gunsan Port.
As the port later became a key route for the export of rice and other resources during the colonial period, the site bears witness to that history of exploitation. Designed by an unnamed German architect, the European-style building was constructed with bricks imported from Belgium.
It features ornamental roof tiles, three pointed towers, a brick exterior, and a wooden interior.
Key details
- Address
- 244-7 Haemang-ro, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do
- Opening hours
- 09:00~18:00
- Closed
- Every Monday
- Contact
- 063-730-8721
- Region
- Jeonbuk
Operating details can change. Please check the official information again before you go.
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Source: Korea Tourism Organization (TourAPI)
The photo and description on this page are based on Korea Tourism Organization material published under KOGL Type 1 (attribution).