Hwang Jini

Hwang Jini, also spelled Hwang Chini, was one of the most famous kisaeng of the Joseon period. She was also known by her kisaeng name Myŏngwŏl. She lived during the reign of King Jungjong. She was noted for her exceptional beauty, charming quick wit, extraordinary intellect, and her assertive and independent nature.

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Who was born first?

• Hwang Jini and George Buchanan were born the same year
• Hwang Jini was born 1 year before Giacomo Barozzi da Vignola
• Hwang Jini was born 1 year after Lambert Lombard
• Hwang Jini was born 2 years before Andrea Palladio
• Hwang Jini was born 2 years after Giovanni Battista Giraldi

Timeline

1. Giovanni Battista GiraldiNovember 30, 1504 – December 30, 1573
2. Lambert Lombard1505 – August 1566
3. George BuchananFebruary 1, 1506 – September 28, 1582
4. Hwang Jini (this page)1506–1544
5. Giacomo Barozzi da VignolaOctober 1, 1507 – July 7, 1573
6. Andrea PalladioNovember 30, 1508 – circa August 19, 1580

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