Hwang Jinyi

Hwang Jinyi (c. 1520 - c. 1560) was a gisaeng of the Joseon Dynasty who lived during the reign of King Jungjong. Her gisaeng name was Myeongwol (meaning "bright moon"). She was said to be charming, witty, very beautiful, and very smart. Her personal life has inspired movies, a TV series, operas, and many novels. She has become a modern popular cultural icon of Korea.

Related pages

 * Shin Saimdang
 * Uh Woo-dong
 * Yu Gamdong
 * Heo Chohui

Other websites

 * http://100.naver.com/100.nhn?docid=173946
 * Two sijo attributed to Hwang, translated by Larry Gross
 * Hwang Jinyi:Navercast