Yeojido

Basic information

Designation

Treasure No.1592

Category

Craft

Era

18세기

Designated year

2008

Location

관악구, 서울특별시— 서울 관악구 관악로 1,103동 서울대학교 규장각한국학연구원 (신림동,서울대학교)

Coordinates

37.462351, 126.950453

This is a comprehensive atlas consisting of three volumes of hand-drawn colored maps of diverse realms, including the world capitals (Cheonhado jido), the Joseon-era Korea (Joseon jeondo), the capital city of Joseon (Doseongdo), and counties (Gunhyeon jido) throughout Joseon. The first volume contains maps of Korea, its capital city, travel routes of Joseon diplomatic missions visiting China, and China. The second volume has maps of individual provinces, and the third volume maps of Chinese provinces. It is not known exactly when this atlas was produced but the cartographic techniques and expressions are remarkable. The maps are among the earliest detailed maps of Korea and are highly valuable materials historically and academically.

Location