Gongju
Gongju is a city in South Chungcheong Province, South Korea. It is known for its rich Baekje-era heritage and as a former capital during the later Baekje period, reflecting its longstanding historical significance in the region.
Historically, the city served as Ungjin, the Baekje capital from roughly 475 to 538 CE, before the
Modern Gongju preserves and presents its history through institutions such as the Gongju National Museum, which
Today Gongju functions as a regional center for culture and education, drawing visitors to its historic sites