Gayasan Reading Hall Jungle Book
A place to travel inside books all day
Popular to girls over 48 months
Updated at
Address
18-6 Maeandaejeon-gil, Gaya-myeon, Hapcheon-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do, Soongsan Elementary School
Contact
Facilities
Parking, Reservation
Reservation
Reserve on the website
Open/Closes
Mon Regular holiday Tue 9:00 ~ 18:00 Wed 9:00 ~ 18:00 Thu 9:00 ~ 18:00 Fri 9:00 ~ 18:00 Sat 9:00 ~ 18:00 Sun 9:00 ~ 18:00
Popular Ages of Gayasan Reading Hall Jungle Book
Gayasan Reading Hall Jungle Book is
popular to over 48 months girls
under 12 months | |
from 12 to 24 months | |
from 24 to 48 months | |
over 48 months |
boys
45%
girls
55%
Prices & Programs of Gayasan Reading Hall Jungle Book
- [Book Camping Site]
- Operating Period: Once a week during the semester (Sat-Sun), 3 times a week during vacations (Tue-Wed, Thu-Fri, Sat-Sun)
- Target Audience: Families with children enrolled in kindergarten, elementary, middle, or high school in the Gyeongnam area (Users from Busan, Ulsan, Daegu cannot use)
- <Reservation>
- General Users: Random lottery by date and type (Bungalow, Camping Deck)
- Application Period: 10:00 on the 15th of the month prior to use ~ 18:00 on the 20th
- Announcement of Lottery Results: 11:00 on the day after the application period ends, notification via text message
- Cancellation Reservation: Available from 11:00 on the announcement day (first-come, first-served basis)
- Bungalow and Deck Assignment: First-come, first-served assignment from 11:00 on the day of stay
- Entry is allowed only after presenting and verifying identification documents (reservation person's ID, proof of residence) on the day of use
- 10 Bungalows (for 4 people)
- Check-in 11 AM / Check-out 11 AM
- Facilities: Reading space, toilet, refrigerator, induction stove, microwave, rice cooker, electric kettle, hair dryer, wall-mounted air conditioner, tableware, bedding (for 2 people), heating and cooling facilities, floor table, multi-use basket, bathroom slippers, food waste bin, insect prevention kit
- Fee: Weekdays 20,000 KRW / Weekends 30,000 KRW
- 6 Camping Decks (for 4 people)
- Check-in 11 AM / Check-out 11 AM
- Facilities: Electricity
- Fee: 5,000 KRW
- [Outdoor Facilities]
- Outdoor Library, Cocoon Hammock, Net Adventure, Outdoor Theater, Reading Deck, Outdoor Toilets and Showers
- [Main Building Facilities]
- Book Rise (1F): Reading and small lecture space
- Mowgli’s Forest (1F): Book reading area
- Jungle On (1F): Picture book shelf space and a free reading and activity space
- Book Making Room (1F): Space for printing experience, typographic experience, and publishing programs
- Club Room (1F): For student programs, small gatherings, and meetings
- Color Room (2F): Reading space with periodically changing colors
- Jungle Jam (2F): Mini stage composed of 2-3 levels for lectures and performances
- Jungle Lim (2F): Space for reading with a window view
- Writer's Room (2F): Reading space arranged like a real writer's study, with personal writing workspace
- Webtoon Room (2F): Space full of comics and fun activities
- Workshop (2F): Creative playground for various cultural, artistic, and creative programs
- Graffiti Room (2F): A space to freely leave memories and marks
- Music Room (2F): Small music performances and music listening space
Parenting Tips for Gayasan Reading Hall Jungle Book
- There is an indoor library, and accommodations like bungalows and camping sites (decks) are available.
- You can check the experience programs and cultural performances held monthly on the website.
- It’s a family reading space with 10 bungalows where a family of four can stay for a day, and the cost is affordable at 20,000 to 30,000 KRW.
- Only families with children enrolled in kindergarten, elementary or secondary school in Gyeongnam can use it.
- Unlike general accommodations, it is only available for families living together on the resident registration.
- Hygiene products are not provided in the bungalows, so you need to bring towels, toothbrushes, shampoo, and other toiletries.
- The bedding set includes 2 floor mats, 2 blankets, and 4 pillows, and you should bring extra if needed.
- If you use the camping deck instead of the bungalow, you need to bring your own tent and cooking equipment.
- Pets are not allowed.
- Food waste and general waste must be sorted and disposed of in designated separation areas.
- For safety reasons, charcoal, firewood, and brazier use are prohibited.
- Book sterilizers are provided to read books hygienically.
- Since it is in the mountains and there is a temperature difference, it is recommended to bring warm outerwear, hats, and shoes in the fall/winter.
Enjoying books in nature with your child at Gayasan Reading Center Jungle Book
A special reading playground in the great outdoors of Gayasan
Located at 18-6 Maeandaejeon-gil, Gaya-myeon, Hapcheon-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do, Gayasan Reading Center Jungle Book is a special space created by transforming the former Soongsan Elementary School into a new destination where children and families can fully enjoy books, play, and nature in many different ways. Unlike a library in the city, it offers a completely new kind of joy in discovering books surrounded by nature.
What makes Gayasan Reading Center Jungle Book special
- A picture book-focused space with around 40,000 books in total, with about 70% being picture books
- Various themed reading and activity spaces, including Jungle On, Mowgli's Forest, Junglerim, and Jungle Jam
- A multi-cultural experience where you can enjoy books, creative activities, performances, exhibitions, and net adventures all in one place
- Family 1 night 2 day book camps with bungalow and deck-style lodging, plus weekend healing programs
- Hands-on reading programs for individuals or groups, along with a wide range of weekend events such as performances, concerts, lectures, exhibitions, magic shows, puppet shows, and musicals
- A spacious and pleasant environment made by remodeling a closed elementary school, with safe facilities for children
Experience and visitor information
- Family 1 night 2 day book camp available by advance reservation only, and only for families living in Gyeongsangnam-do
- Experience programs are available to enrolled students and their families without a separate application, though groups need to inquire in advance
- Accommodation fees and operating days differ between weekdays and weekends, so be sure to check the notices on the website
- Please strictly follow check-in and check-out times: check-in at 11:00, check-out at 11:00 the next day
- Identity verification for the reservation holder is required, and documents such as an ID card and family register copy must be submitted
Why it is a great place to visit with your child
- A wonderful environment where your child can run, play, and read in harmony with nature while building creativity and sensitivity
- Each area features different animal dolls, themed open bookshelves, and plenty of room for reading and play
- Enjoy reading, hands-on activities, and even nature adventures both indoors and outdoors all at once
- Especially recommended for preschool and elementary school children who are ready to become familiar with books in a fun and easy way
- A family book camp can create unique reading memories that are hard to experience in everyday life
Be sure to check before your visit
- Only Gyeongsangnam-do residents and families with children enrolled in schools in the Gyeongnam area may use the facility, and verification documents such as ID and family register copy are required
- If the usage fee is not paid within 24 hours after reservation, the booking is automatically canceled
- Cancellation and refund rules are strict, so please plan carefully
- Operating periods and experience program schedules may vary depending on the season and circumstances
One last note
FAQ about Gayasan Reading Hall Jungle Book
Can anyone visit Gayasan Reading Center Jungle Book?
Gayasan Reading Center Jungle Book is only available to families with children enrolled in kindergarten, elementary school, middle school, or high school in the Gyeongsangnam-do area. Families from other regions such as Busan, Ulsan, and Daegu cannot use the facility, and only one family listed on the same family register may use it. When visiting, the reservation holder must bring an ID card and a family register copy for identity verification.How can a family join the 1 night 2 day book camp at Gayasan Reading Center Jungle Book?
Use of the book camping area is decided by lottery. Applications for the following month are accepted from the 15th of each month at 10:00 to the 20th at 18:00, and winners are announced at 11:00 the next day after applications close, with notification sent by text message. Bungalows, with a total of 10 units, and camping decks, with 6 spaces, are reserved through random drawing. If there are cancellations, first come first served reservations are available on the website. Check-in is at 11:00 on the day of arrival, check-out is at 11:00 the next day, and entry is allowed after identity verification.What programs and facilities can I use with my child at Gayasan Reading Center Jungle Book?
Main facilities include an indoor library, accommodation bungalows with 10 units, 6 camping decks, an outdoor library, a net adventure area, and an outdoor performance venue. Various hands-on programs and cultural performances are held every month, and details can be checked on the website. The main building also has themed reading and activity spaces on each floor.What are the operating hours, closing day, and important rules at Gayasan Reading Center Jungle Book?
Operating hours are from Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00 in the morning to 18:00 in the evening. It is regularly closed every Monday. Check-in time for the bungalows and decks is 11:00, and check-out is also at 11:00. Pets are not allowed, and the use of charcoal, firewood, and fire pits is prohibited. When using a bungalow, hygiene items such as towels, shampoo, and toothpaste must be prepared personally, and food waste and trash must be disposed of at the designated sorting area.What are the usage fees and what amenities are provided in the accommodations at Gayasan Reading Center Jungle Book?
The bungalow, based on 4 people, costs 20,000 won on weekdays and 30,000 won on weekends. Only bedding is provided, including 2 floor mattresses, 2 blankets, and 4 pillows. Toiletries and hygiene supplies are not provided, so you need to bring your own. The camping deck, based on 4 people, costs 5,000 won, and tents and camping equipment must be prepared individually. Shared restrooms and shower facilities are available outdoors.What convenience facilities such as parking, reservations, and high chairs are available at Gayasan Reading Center Jungle Book?
There is a free parking lot, and the facility operates by reservation. High chairs, a nursing room, a diaper changing station, and stroller rental are not provided. The facility is operated safely with a focus on family use.
Gayasan Reading Hall Jungle Book Address
Address: 18-6 Maeandaejeon-gil, Gaya-myeon, Hapcheon-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do, Soongsan Elementary School
How to make a reservation for Gayasan Reading Hall Jungle Book?
Reserve on the website