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War Memorial of Korea

Yongsan-gu · Museums & art

War Memorial of Korea
Photo: Craig Nagy, CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Indoor records and artifacts, together with large outdoor exhibits, explore war history and the meaning of peace.

Why choose this place

For wartime history through records and objects: indoor artifacts and large outdoor exhibits invite reflection on history and remembrance.

Make the most of your visit

Read the stories of people who lived through those times, and remain quiet in memorial areas.

Stories from the record

Story 01

A headquarters becomes a memorial

The War Memorial opened in 1994 on the former Army Headquarters site. It preserves war-related records and commemorates sacrifice. Consider the lives and circumstances behind the objects, not only their size or performance.

Story 02

People behind the equipment

Large outdoor exhibits convey scale; documents and photographs reveal individual experiences. Neither tells the whole story alone. Connect an object with the people who used it and those affected by war.

Story 03

What does remembrance mean?

Exhibitions and commemorative spaces stand together because learning and mourning are connected. Leave with a person's story or a record in mind. Beyond victories and losses, consider the human cost of war and the meaning of peace.

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Before you go

Opening hours and closing days can change, so check the official information before visiting.

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