Travel Guide to Koryo Museum in Kaesong, North Korea

Nestled in the historic city of Kaesong, the Koryo Museum stands as a testament to North Korea's rich cultural heritage, its origins dating back to the 11th century as the grand Daming Palace of the Goryeo Kingdom. This sprawling complex, covering an impressive 70,000 square meters, now houses an extensive collection of over 1,000 historical relics, offering a unique glimpse into the country's storied past. As visitors wander through its halls, they are surrounded by the tangible remnants of a bygone era, a poignant reminder of the region's enduring legacy.

Attractions distribution:

The Korea Museum has four exhibition halls. The first exhibition hall displays relics related to the founding and development of Korea. The second exhibition hall displays the invention of Korea’s printing industry, the development of the first metal movable type printing and its impact on the world, Korea’s Goryeo celadon, and the second exhibition hall. The third exhibition hall contains the remains of the iron statue of Sakyamuni Buddha and more than 8,000 volumes of Buddhist books. The fourth exhibition hall displays industrial art products made of iron, bronze, metal and stone. The elegant courtyards, exhibition halls, courtyards, stone faucets, exquisite eaves and other landscapes in the museum are naturally tranquil, all of which make people feel peaceful.

Scenic spot features:

Sightseeing, architecture, museums