Designated as Historical Site No. 107,
this house was a place of exile
for Jung Yak-yong (1762-1836, his
penname was Tasan), one of the greatest scholars of 'Shilhak' (pragmatic
learning). He spent 18 years in exile, including
8 years outside the east gate of Kangjin-up and then
spent 10 years in
Dasan annex, where he devoted
himself to teaching and writing.
Of his more
than 500 scholarly works, three books - Mongminshimso,
Kyongseyup'yo and Humhumshinso - became very famous, as they provide great
insight into his patriotic thoughts and views. The
original house where Jung used to live was worn down,
but Tongam (east) and Soam(west) Houses have been constructed
in his honor around the Dasan
Chodang(a thatched cottage). Ch'onilgak
Pavilion and a pond are nearby.
|
