June 29, 2018

My Fascinating Journey to the National Museum of Korea (Pictures)

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The National Museum of Korea is located at 137, Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul. It is Korea's largest museum and the world's sixth largest museum. The museum keeps precious Korean cultural assets telling Korea’s history from ancient times to the modern era.

How to get there:

Subway: Take Seoul Subway Line 4 or the Jungang Line to Ichon Station. Go out Exit 2. The museum is located near Ichon Station.

Bus: Take Bus 400, 502 or Seoul City Tour Bus.

Hours:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 10:00-18:00

Wednesday & Saturday 10:00-21:00 

Sunday & Public Holidays 10:00-19:00

Admission: Free

Outside of the museum: Picturesque

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Warm welcome on a bright, cold sunny day!
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You can admire N Seoul Tower from afar.
My journey into Korea's history and culture

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You can rent this automatic translator that would help you to understand the meaning behind each historical asset. Just insert the asset code, and full explanation about it will be given.
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Vietnamese Ceramics

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Guess what? They are tombs.



Gold Crown

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Gaya Warrior

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Ornament

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Ornament

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Saddle Quern and Milling Stone

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Microblade Cores

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Tanged Points

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Handaxe

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