Museums in Yongsan-gu (Seoul)

Leeum Samsung Museum of Art

The 27,000 square meter Samsung Museum of Art Complex was designed in 1997. It provides support to cultural and artistic activities, thus increasing their life span and raising their historical value. The Institute is involved in the following: conservation of metal and ceramic works, Korean paintings and contemporary and modern art works. Artworks are preserved here through application of the most advanced technology. The experts undertake the material study to establish appropriate environmental conditions and develop better conservation and restoration techniques.

War Memorial of Korea

Perhaps the biggest war museum in the world, anybody who wants to know about the history of the Korean War would be well advised to visit here. Visitors can enjoy two exhibition areas-one indoors and the other outdoors. With all the different displays to see, you will almost feel like you had experienced the war yourself. It is also a good place to rest and to absorb some Korean culture. Open daily 9:30am.

Global Village Folk Museum

This museum showcases rare relics from around the world. Exhibits include clothing, food and ritual tools as well as model dwellings. You can see, for example, the biggest mask in the world, the heaviest silver coin and an elephant mask made of rare gems. In addition, folk cultures of tribes living in remote areas are depicted through various displays ranging from cave dwellings through a Peruvian mummy to dance masks of the Dogon Tribe of Mali. A visit to this museum will give you a look at the personal lives of our ancient ancestors.