Damyang County

Damyang County is an administrative region in South Jeolla known for vast bamboo groves and traditional forests that cover much of the landscape. The area features several parks and museums dedicated to local bamboo culture and regional heritage.

The area was shaped by the planting of bamboo and trees to manage flooding and control water flow in the region. These early efforts laid the foundation for the bamboo culture that defines the county today.

The region has been shaped by bamboo craftsmanship for centuries, with artisans demonstrating traditional weaving and carving techniques to visitors. Local identity is deeply tied to these skills, which remain visible in small workshops scattered throughout the area.

The county is reachable by bus from Seoul or Gwangju, and the parks are best explored on foot with clear signage throughout. Fall offers the most comfortable weather for walking and observing the forests.

A local bread specialty combines bamboo shoots with Korean brown rice in a way found nowhere else in the region. This product shows how craftspeople weave bamboo into everyday life.

Location: South Jeolla

Elevation above the sea: 139 m

Website: http://damyang.go.kr/eng

GPS coordinates: 35.31889,126.98389

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:41