Yi Sun-sin (April 28 1545 ? December 16 1598), also commonly transliterated Yi Soon-
shin , earned fame as a Korean naval leader noted for his victories against the
Japanese navy during the Japanese invasions of Korea (1592-1598) during the Joseon
Dynasty. Yi is also known for his innovation of the Turtle ships Turtle ships, early
armoured warships, represent the world.'s first metal ship.
Korea's History and Culture

Jin nam-guan
This big pavilion-area was just the headquarter of Jeollajoasu-yeong
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Chung min-sa
Chungminsa enshrines General Jeon Sangui's portrait and mortuary.
tablet
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Heung guk-sa
Heung-guk-sa was founded in 1195 by the great master Chineul
Bojo-guksa
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Seok cheon-sa
located to the west of Chungminsa Temple, has close historic links..
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Seon-so
it is presumed that the Turtle ships were built in 3 shipyards..
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