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Former Suncheon Correctional Institution, Sorokdo Island Branch, Goheung

고흥 순천교도소 구 소록도지소 ( 高興 順天矯導所 舊 小鹿島支所 女舍洞 )

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Classification National Registered Cultural Heritage
Name of Cultural Properties Former Suncheon Correctional Institution, Sorokdo Island Branch, Goheung
Quantity One Building 52.7㎡
Designated Date 2010.08.24
Age
Address 191-59, Gonghoedang-gil, Doyang-eup, Goheung-gun, Jeonnam-do

These buildings were used to accommodate female patients with Hansen’s disease against their will during the Japanese Occupation (1910-1945). Built in 1935, it has been well preserved.