In Korea, pavilions refer to any open structures with a raised floor built in places of scenic beauty. Originally called Gwangtongnu Pavilion, this pavilion was built when a famous Prime Minister of Joseon named Hwang Hui was exiled. It was renamed to Gwanghallu Pavilion by another scholar official named Jeong In-ji in 1434 (the 16th year of King Sejong’s reign). The original building was burnt down during the Second Japanese Invasion of Korea and was rebuilt in 1638 (the 16th year of King Injo’s reign).