Sohyon Academy

Korea (North) / Hwanghaenamdo / Pyoksong /
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(소현서원/紹賢書院)
This was a private Confucian academy founded by the renowned Joseon dynasty scholar Yi Yulgok (1536-1584), and was where he taught his disciples. This school is located in the famous "Sokdamgugok" scenic area (meaning "rocky pools of nine valleys"), on the Sokdam River.
Location: Sokdam-ri, Pyoksong County.
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Coordinates:   38°7'6"N   125°33'18"E
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