Hwang Chini

Hwang Jini
Born1506 (1506)
Died1567 (aged 60–61)
Known forPoetry, Korean dance
Korean name
Hangul
황진이
Hanja
黃眞伊
RRHwang Jini
MRHwang Chini
Kisaeng name
Hangul
명월
Hanja
明月
Lit.bright moon
RRMyeongwol
MRMyŏngwŏl

Hwang Chini (Korean황진이; Hanja黃眞伊; 1506–1567), also spelled Hwang Jini, was one of the most famous kisaeng of the Joseon period. She was also known by her kisaeng name Myŏngwŏl (명월; 明月). 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. She has become an almost myth-like figure in modern Korea, inspiring novels, operas, films, and television series.

A crater on Venus, Hwangcini, is named after her.