극락강 유역의 근대문화유산 연구

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to examine the background of the introduction of the modern cultural heritage registration system and to re-examine the meaning and value of modern cultural heritage in the Geungnak River basin. Through existing research papers, historical records, and on-site interviews, we find ways to re-examine (former) Shandong Bridge, Geungnakgang Station, and Geungnak Railroad Bridge, which are modern cultural heritages, and to preserve and utilize them as modern cultural heritages. Sandonggyo Bridge, which connected human and material resources around the Geungnak River, was built in 1934 as part of National Route 1, and Geungnakgang Station was a simple station for trains connecting Songjeong and Gwangju. The Geungnak Railway Bridge was part of the Gyeongjeon Line in 1922, but it is now electrified. These buildings are of value because they are historical products formed in modern times and reflect the culture and history of the time. With the introduction of the modern cultural heritage registration system, Mokpo’s modern cultural heritage was reconsidered and registered in the “modern historical and cultural space.” The registration of modern cultural heritage was promoted with the intention that these buildings should not be viewed only as remnants of the Japanese colonial rule, but should be used as living historical educational materials. For this example, modern cultural heritage (former) Sandonggyo Bridge around the Geungnak River, Geungnakgang Station, and Geungnak Railroad Bridge should also be preserved and managed and used as educational and tourism materials.