The city of Jikji, the world's first metal type printing press

Cheongju

Cheongju is the capital and largest city of North Chungcheong Province in central South Korea. It is a significant inland city, serving as the political, economic, and educational center of the province. Cheongju is historically famous as the birthplace of the Jikji (Baegunhwasang Chorok Buljo Jikji Simche Yojol), the world's oldest existing book printed with movable metal type, published in 1377. You can explore this history at the Cheongju Early Printing Museum. Sangdangsanseong Fortress is a major historical attraction, a large mountain fortress with walls over 4.2 km in circumference, offering beautiful views and a small traditional village within its walls.