๐ฏโจ *Lee Han-young Traditional Cultural Center: A Time Capsule of Korean Heritage in Jeollanam-do* ๐ฟ
by SonnySideUp
Jul 25, 2025
#summervacay
Welcome to **Banwol Island**, a tiny fishing village in **Shinan County** that transformed into an **all-lavender fantasy**โwhere *purple bridges*, *indigo houses*, and even the **street lamps** bloom in shades of violet! Perfect for photographers, couples, and *anyone who loves a whimsical escape*.
### **๐ *MUST-SEE HIGHLIGHTS*:**
- **The Purple Bridge (Banwolgyo):** Walk the **400m pastel bridge** connecting Banwol to Bakji Islandโitโs like stepping into a **watercolor painting**! ๐๐จ
- **Lavender Fields:** Visit **May-June** when the **10,000ใก lavender farm** is in full bloom (and smells heavenly!). ๐ฟ๐
- **Blue & Purple Houses:** Every building is **painted in monochrome hues**โeven the fishing boats match! ๐ค
### **๐ก *TRAVEL TIPS*:**
- **Rent a Bike:** Cruise the **coastal paths** to hidden beaches and salt farms. ๐ฒ
- **Try *Hongsi* (Red Crab):** A local specialty at **Banwol Sikdang**. ๐ฆ
- **Stay for Sunset:** The purple village glows **even more magical** at golden hour. ๐
### **๐ธ *INSTA-WORTHY SPOTS*:**
- **Posing on the purple bridge** with the ocean behind you.
- **The "Purple Phone Booth"**โKoreaโs most colorful payphone! โ๏ธ
**#banwolisland #purplekorea #hiddenjeolla #koreatravel #pastelparadise**
*Banwol doesnโt just charmโit* drenches *you in violet dreams.* Pack your camera and a purple outfit! ๐ธ๐
**๐ *Getting There:* 3hr bus from Gwangju to Mokpo + 1hr ferry from Mokpo Port.** *Ferry: ~5,000 KRW.*
*P.S. Nearby **Pink Mokpo Modern History Museum** adds a rosy contrast!* ๐๐๏ธ
Post by SonnySideUp | Jul 25, 2025

















