National Museum of Korea
국립중앙박물관
Yongsan, Seoul · 서울
Korea’s national collection, from prehistory to the Joseon court, in a long low building with a reflecting pool and a ten-storey stone pagoda standing indoors.
Why it’s worth it
The darkened room holding the two gilt-bronze Pensive Bodhisattvas is one of the great museum spaces in the world. Admission to the permanent galleries is free.
CategoryCulture
AreaYongsan
Hours10:00–18:00 · to 21:00 Wed & Sat
freepensive bodhisattvareflecting pool
Nearby
Walking distance from National Museum of Korea
More culture
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