Seongok Seowon Academy,
A place of picturesque beauty
In the courtyard of Seongok Seowon Academy stands a single Maehwa tree, the first to bloom in the cold of winter.
The Maehwa blossom symbolizes the integrity of a Seonbi, who maintains dignity even in the face of hardships.
Here, a special variety called Unyong Maehwa, with a trunk that twists and spirals upward like a dragon ascending
through the clouds, has been planted. The tree is named 'Saryong,' meaning 'honoring the spirit of Seoae Ryu Seong-Ryong.'
A Space Imbued with Historical Value and Wisdom
A pavilion offering a breathtaking view of the emerald pine forest, spread out like a folding screen in front.
A stone garden portraying fervent aspirations of young Seonbi, dedicated to rigorous academic pursuits under the guidance of the great Ryu Seong-Ryong.
A dormitory for senior students, named after the teachings of Toegye Yi Hwang, who taught to polish one's mind as one would a mirror.
A lecture hall named to honor Ryu Seong-Ryong’s teaching, which emphasized the importance of establishing and preserving integrity.
Meaning "Jade Pond," it is named after the term Ryu Seong-Ryong used to describe a serene spot where the waters remain mysteriously still amid the winding Nakdong River.
A space for solitary contemplation, where one gazes upon Ogyeon Pond, leaving behind wordly concerns and admiring the wisdom of the ancestors.
A dormitory room for junior students, named after a phrase from Yulgok Yi I's letter to Toegye, in which he sought teachings on moral doctrine.
