South Jeolla

South Jeolla extends across 12,335 square kilometers of land, featuring mountains in the east and 6,100 kilometers of coastline with 2,000 islands.

The province originated from the ancient Mahan confederation, later becoming part of Baekje Kingdom before its formal establishment as Jeolla-do during the Goryeo Dynasty in 1018.

The region maintains strong agricultural traditions, particularly in green tea production at Boseong fields and rice cultivation in fertile coastal plains.

The province connects to five major cities including Suncheon, Yeosu, Mokpo, Gwangyang, and Naju, with Muan County serving as the administrative capital.

The Gwangyang Steel Mill and Yeosu National Industrial Complex form the largest petrochemical facility network in South Korea.

Location: South Korea

Capital city: Muan County

Website: https://www.jeonnam.go.kr/

Shares border with: North Jeolla, South Gyeongsang, Gwangju

Website: https://jeonnam.go.kr

GPS coordinates: 34.75000,127.00000

Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:58