National Museum of Korea - What Koreans Believed

Highlights

• Why Korea Is Unique: A Story of Culture and Belief
• See the museum's masterpiece
• Connect history with modern Korea
• Enjoy an engaging storytelling experience
• Leave seeing Korea differently

Description

Discover Korea through its beliefs rather than its battles on this immersive 2-hour guided tour of the National Museum of Korea. Instead of following kings and dynasties, explore the ideas and values that shaped Korean civilization and continue to influence life today. Begin by asking: *Can beliefs shape a nation?* In the Prehistory Gallery, discover how early Koreans viewed nature and ancestors as sacred through shamanic traditions. Continue to the Three Kingdoms Gallery to see how Buddhism inspired Korean art, architecture, and ideals of compassion and self-cultivation. Next, visit the famous Room of Quiet Contemplation and admire the Gilt-bronze Pensive Bodhisattva, a masterpiece reflecting Korean aesthetics and inner harmony. In the Joseon Gallery, learn how Confucian values such as family, education, respect for elders, and social responsibility became the foundation of Korean society. Finally, discover how Shamanism, Buddhism, and Confucianism still shape modern Korea, helping you better understand its customs, culture, and people long after your museum visit ends.

Includes

1.5hour guided tour of the National Museum of Korea Licensed English-speaking cultural guide Engaging historical storytelling and cultural interpretation

Excludes

Admission to special exhibitions (permanent galleries are free) Transportation to and from the museum Food and drinks Personal expenses

Important Information

• The tour is perfect for first-time visitors who want meaningful cultural insight. The tour involves walking through the museum galleries. The permanent galleries are free, but special exhibitions require an admission fee.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund