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Wando Underwater Cultural Heritage Museum
Wando's Underwater Cultural Heritage Hall is Korea's National Maritime Museum's first permanent exhibition space. It houses roughly 3,000 ceramic artefacts from the Goryeo dynasty (918–1392), recovered from the seabed off Wando district near the Eoduri sea. The collection also includes a wooden ship from the same era. What to see here offers significant insight into medieval Korean maritime trade and craftsmanship.
Sinan Underwater Cultural Heritage Hall
The Sinan Underwater Cultural Heritage Hall is the second permanent exhibition gallery at the National Maritime Museum of Korea. It showcases around 22,000 artefacts recovered from a 14th-century Chinese shipwreck, including ceramics and gold objects salvaged from the vessel. This collection offers a fascinating glimpse into maritime trade and material culture during the medieval period. What to see here includes some exceptionally well-preserved pieces that provide insight into the ship's cargo and the era in which it sank.
Korean Fishing Village Life Hall
The Korean Fishing Village Life Hall is the third permanent exhibition gallery in the museum, devoted to Korea's fishing heritage. Here you'll find traditional fishing techniques and implements that have shaped coastal life throughout the country's history. The exhibits showcase the tools and methods passed down through generations of Korean fishermen, offering insight into the ways of life that built the nation's maritime communities.
Traditional Korean Boats Hall
The Korean Traditional Vessels Hall is the fourth permanent exhibition gallery at the National Maritime Museum of Korea in Busan. It charts the evolution of Korean maritime transport and shipbuilding from the Goryeo dynasty through to modern vessels. Visitors can trace how seafaring and naval construction techniques developed across centuries, gaining insight into Korea's rich maritime heritage and the technological advances that shaped its shipbuilding industry.
Children's Exhibition Hall
The Children's Exhibition Hall is a dedicated space within the National Maritime Museum of Korea in Busan, designed specifically for young visitors. It forms part of the museum's broader exhibition offering, complementing the eight permanent galleries and special exhibition room. This facility allows families to engage with maritime heritage in an accessible and age-appropriate way, making it an essential visit for those travelling with children.
Busan Aquarium
The aquarium at the National Maritime Museum of Korea is a major draw within the Permanent Exhibition Hall. It houses sea turtles and a variety of colourful fish species, making it a central attraction for visitors to the museum. Located in Busan, this aquarium section offers a closer look at marine life found in Korean waters and beyond.
Teatro 4D
The 4D Theatre is a prominent feature at the National Maritime Museum of Korea in Busan, offering visitors an immersive entertainment experience that complements the museum's exhibitions. This dedicated screening facility uses advanced technology to bring maritime history and cultural themes to life, providing an engaging addition to your visit to the museum.
Busan Library
The Library forms part of the National Maritime Museum of Korea in Busan, complementing its other facilities including an aquarium, auditorium and 4D theatre. Open to visitors, it reinforces the museum's commitment to education and cultural engagement. The Library enhances the overall experience by providing research resources and information alongside the museum's maritime exhibitions.
Paseo Peatonal del Puerto
The Port Pedestrian Walkway is a straightforward 0.5 km promenade running alongside the National Maritime Museum of Korea, offering views across the harbour towards the container port on the opposite side of the bay. This open-air pathway complements a visit to the museum with a direct sense of Busan's working port environment. It's a useful spot to get a feel for the city's maritime character without fuss.
- 1.Wando Underwater Cultural Heritage Museum
- 2.Sinan Underwater Cultural Heritage Hall
- 3.Korean Fishing Village Life Hall
- 4.Traditional Korean Boats Hall
- 5.Children's Exhibition Hall
- 6.Busan Aquarium
- 7.Teatro 4D
- 8.Busan Library
- 9.Paseo Peatonal del Puerto
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