The name 'Ullimsanbang' translates to 'The room of the forest where the clouds gather.'
Heo Ryeon was a favored pupil of Chusa Kim Jeong-hui, the most influential calligrapher of his era.
The crape myrtle tree in the pond island has been preserved since the 19th century.
The site acts as the ancestral home of the Namnong painting lineage, spanning five generations of professional artists.
The studio architecture mimics the traditional 'Sarangchae' style, typically reserved for male scholars to receive guests and study.
Ullimsanbang is the historic residence and studio of Heo Ryeon, a prominent Joseon Dynasty ink wash painter who studied under the famous scholar Kim Jeong-hui. The site features a traditional thatched-roof house, a studio, and a small pond with a central island containing a crape myrtle tree planted by the artist himself. It served as a hub for the Namjong painting school, influencing subsequent generations of painters in the Honam region. The complex includes a modern exhibition hall showcasing the works of the five generations of the Namnong Heo family. The landscaped garden is designed to reflect the aesthetic principles of traditional Korean scholars. It is located at the base of Mt. Cheomchal, known for its dense evergreen forest. The site is recognized as a significant cultural heritage location in South Korea.
From the edge of the pond looking toward the studio with the crape myrtle reflected in the water.
Walk the forest trail located behind the exhibition hall to experience the surrounding evergreen vegetation.
Combine your visit with the nearby Unlim Art Museum to understand the artistic lineage of the family.
Visit the small exhibition hall to view original ink brush works before exploring the garden grounds.
Do not overlook the modern exhibition hall; many visitors focus only on the old house, missing the lineage history.
Closed on Mondays.
Maintain a quiet tone within the historic residence and do not touch the preserved artifacts or paintings.
