Author's Note

PART 1_Seoul · Incheon

Myeongdong Cathedral
Seoul Anglican Cathedral
Yakhyeon Cathedral
Wonhyo-ro Cathedral
Incheon Dapdong Cathedral
Anglican Church of Ganghwa
Anglican Church of Onsuri

PART 2_Gyeonggi · Gangwon

Anseong Gupo-dong Cathedral
Chuncheon Jukrim-dong Catholic Church
Chuncheon Soyangro Cathedral
Hoengseong Pungsuwon Cathedral
Wonju Yongsomak Cathedral
Hongcheon Cathedral

PART 3_Daejeon, South Chungcheong, North Chungcheong

Daejeon Holy Word Convent Cathedral
Asan Gongseri Cathedral
Dangjin Hapdeok Cathedral
Seosan Dongmundong Catholic Church
Yesan Cathedral
Princess Middle East Cathedral
Buyeo Geumsari Cathedral
Geumsan Jinsanseongji Cathedral
Anglican Church of Sudong
Eumseong Gamgok Cathedral
Jincheon Anglican Church
Okcheon Cathedral

PART 4_Jeolla, Daegu, Gyeongsang, and Jeju

Jeonju Jeondong Cathedral
Iksan Nabawi Cathedral
Buan Cathedral
Daegu Gyesan Cathedral
Waegwan Gasil Cathedral
Ulsan Eonyang Cathedral
Jinju Munsan Cathedral
Jeju Kim Dae-geon Father Arrival Memorial Cathedral

A Guide to Our Beautiful and Old Cathedral

Are we told our country also boasts many beautiful cathedrals? Readers who have seen the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican or the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona might find this even more puzzling.
It's a reasonable counterargument.
The famous cathedrals of Europe are all large, magnificent, and splendid.
It's awe-inspiring and a feast for the eyes, but after a few repetitions, the senses become dull.
Compared to famous European cathedrals, our cathedral is surprisingly small and simple.
But the more you look at it, the more you become drawn into its deep charm.
Although the decoration is restrained, the architectural beauty is outstanding.
The noble elegance hidden behind the simplicity leaves a long aftertaste in the heart.

36 locations from Gangwon-do to Jeju-do

The revised and expanded edition of "A Day's Tour of Cathedrals" contains text and photographs of 36 of our beautiful, old cathedrals.
This book clearly shows the simple and elegant aesthetic of our cathedral.
The elegant sentences and beautiful photos convey the charm of the cathedral as if you were there, and it also makes you realize that the architectural styles are incredibly diverse, from brick cathedrals to stone cathedrals and even Hanok cathedrals.
The brick cathedral exudes a warm and lyrical sensibility.
The stone cathedral is soft and masculine, while the Hanok cathedral is elegant and refined like a Joseon scholar.


Delicately capturing the emotions and stories embedded in the cathedral.

The revised and expanded edition of “A Day’s Trip to the Cathedral” does not stop at exploring the architectural beauty of the cathedral.
It naturally takes you on a journey through modern history, telling you the rich emotions and profound stories of each cathedral, as well as the sublime tales of martyrdom.
It would not be an exaggeration to say that half of the 200 years of Korean Catholic history have been a history of persecution and martyrdom.
That is why each cathedral contains a story of heartbreaking sadness and pain, and sometimes a touching story that offers comfort and empathy.
This book delicately captures the sad and meaningful stories hidden in the back alleys of the cathedral.
With each turn of the page, readers will encounter a unique story that offers them comfort, empathy, and emotion.
By the time you close the book, the 200 years of Korean Catholic history will be vividly engraved in your heart and mind.


Detailed information on holy sites, tourist attractions, restaurants, and cafes

The revised and expanded edition of "A Day's Cathedral Trip" is rich in travel content as well as cathedral stories.
At the end of each cathedral content, information on Catholic holy sites, representative tourist destinations, famous restaurants, and atmospheric cafes around the cathedral are introduced with photos on 2-4 pages.
In particular, all travel content is personally researched, filmed, and verified by the writers.
Using this information, you can naturally combine a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, sightseeing, and culinary tour with your cathedral tour.