The site functioned as the administrative headquarters for the Gyeongsang province for over 250 years.
Seonhwadang is one of the few surviving examples of government office architecture in Daegu from the Joseon period.
The park houses 29 stone steles that were originally located throughout Daegu and later relocated here for preservation.
The park grounds contain trees that are estimated to be over 200 years old, dating back to the period when the office was active.
The site was officially designated as a park in 1970 following the relocation of the provincial government offices.
Gyeongsanggamyeong Park occupies the former site of the Gyeongsang-do Provincial Office, which served as the regional administrative hub during the Joseon Dynasty. The park preserves Seonhwadang, the main office building, and Jingcheongak, the former residence of the provincial governor, both of which are designated tangible cultural heritage sites. These structures represent the traditional wooden architecture of the Joseon era. The landscape features centuries-old zelkova and ginkgo trees that provide significant canopy coverage. It serves as a central green space in the Jung-gu district, situated between the historical city center and modern commercial zones. Visitors can view a collection of stone monuments, including stele commemorating past governors, arranged along the park paths. The park was established after the provincial office relocated in the 1960s to repurpose the historic site for public use. It remains an active site for local government-sponsored traditional culture exhibitions.
The front porch of the Seonhwadang building, capturing the traditional wooden eaves against the backdrop of the park's large trees.
Visit during the weekday lunch hour to observe the local office workers, or early mornings to see seniors playing traditional board games.
Look for the interpretive plaques in front of the historical buildings for details on the specific functions of the governor's office.
Take time to read the inscriptions on the stone monuments to understand the history of past regional administrators.
Do not climb on the stone monuments or attempt to enter the restricted inner areas of the historical buildings.
Maintain a quiet tone, especially near the historical buildings where elderly visitors often rest.
