Naju
Naju is known nationally for two things: naju bae (Naju pears), considered among the best in Korea and grown extensively in the orchards surrounding the town, and naju gomtang, a clear beef broth soup with a devoted local following, served at a cluster of long-running restaurants near the old market. It was historically an important administrative center in the Jeolla region, reflected in its well-preserved Confucian school (hyanggyo) and old town street layout.
It's a low-key regional stop rather than a major destination, appealing to travelers interested in regional food culture or doing a broader loop through Jeolla-do's smaller towns rather than those seeking a packed sightseeing itinerary.
Naju FAQs
Naju pears, considered among Korea's best, and naju gomtang, a clear beef broth soup with a devoted local following.
It's on the KTX/SRT line to the southwest, making it a direct rail trip from Seoul or a short hop from Gwangju.
It's a modest stop, usually a half-day or day trip, best combined with a broader Jeolla-do itinerary or a Gwangju visit.
Naju Hyanggyo, a well-preserved Confucian county school, and an old town reflecting its history as a Jeolla administrative center.
The old town and market are walkable from the station area, though a taxi helps for reaching the pear orchards on the outskirts.
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