The name Nojeokbong comes from the legend that Admiral Yi Sun-sin covered the rock with straw mats to make it look like a large pile of grain, deceiving the Japanese navy.
The park serves as a central hub for the Mokpo Literary Museum and the Mokpo Art Museum.
The elevated location provides natural surveillance over the Mokpo harbor area, mirroring its historical strategic use.
Nojeokbong Art Park is a cultural space located on the slopes of Nojeokbong Peak in Mokpo, offering an elevated perspective of the city and the harbor. The park features an art gallery and a sculpture garden that showcases works by local artists. Its most prominent natural feature is the rock formation historically associated with Admiral Yi Sun-sin, who is said to have used it as a strategic decoy to resemble a stockpile of grain during the Imjin War. The park includes an outdoor stage for community performances and landscaped walking paths that integrate art installations with the natural topography. The site serves as both a historical commemoration point and a contemporary venue for regional artistic expression.
The viewing platform near the outdoor sculpture garden, which frames the harbor and the city skyline.
Wear comfortable walking shoes as the park is situated on a slope with inclined paths.
Visit the attached art museum, which frequently hosts rotating exhibitions from Jeollanam-do artists.
Bring a light jacket if visiting in the evening, as the harbor breeze can be cool even in summer.
Do not attempt to climb the rock formation itself, as it is preserved as a historical site and is physically restricted.
The internal art galleries are typically closed on Mondays.
Maintain a quiet volume inside the art gallery; do not touch the outdoor sculptures.
