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Jinju
Jinju is built around Jinjuseong Fortress, a riverside stronghold on the Namgang River where Korean defenders made their last stand against Japanese invaders in 1592–93, a history still honored every autumn when the river fills with thousands of floating lanterns. It's a compact, unhurried city where a 400-year-old battle site, a national museum, and a lively riverside promenade sit within easy walking distance of one another.
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Frequently asked questions about Jinju
How do I get to Jinju?
Jinju has no major international airport of its own, so most travellers arrive by intercity bus or train via Busan/Gimhae — buses run from Gimhae Airport's international terminal to Jinju's Intercity Bus Terminal in about 1.5 hours, and trains connect via Dongdaegu or Masan to Jinju Station. Direct long-distance buses also link Jinju with Seoul's bus terminals in roughly 3.5 hours.
What is Jinju known for?
Jinju is built around Jinjuseong Fortress, a riverside stronghold on the Namgang River where Korean defenders made their last stand against Japanese invaders in 1592–93, a history still honored every autumn when the river fills with thousands of floating lanterns. It's a compact, unhurried city where a 400-year-old battle site, a national museum, and a lively riverside promenade sit within easy walking distance of one another.