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Sculpture Garden
The Sculpture Garden forms part of the Korean Folk Village in Suwon, offering visitors a distinctive cultural experience. This section complements the village's wider attractions, including its folk museums and traditional exhibition spaces. The garden sits alongside other areas of interest, such as the Swing Section, which showcases traditional Korean games and folk art. Together, these spaces provide a comprehensive introduction to Korean cultural heritage and historical pastimes within a single venue.
Udegi House (replica of Ulleung Island)
Casa Udegi is a replica of a traditional dwelling from Ulleung island, engineered to withstand the island's brutal winters where snowfall regularly exceeds 100 centimetres. The distinctive structure is designed to retain heat in extreme weather conditions, making it a remarkable example of vernacular architecture within the Korean Folk Village. What to see here offers genuine insight into how Korean islanders adapted their homes to harsh maritime climates.
Blacksmiths and Carpenters Workshop
The Blacksmith and Carpenter Workshop is one of several craft spaces within the Korean Folk Village, dedicated to demonstrating traditional trades from the Joseon period. Located in Suwon, the workshop authentically recreates the working practices and daily life of this historical era. Visitors can watch skilled artisans at work, producing items using time-honoured techniques that have remained largely unchanged for centuries. The workshop forms an integral part of the village's wider mission to preserve and showcase Korean cultural heritage and traditional craftsmanship.
Traditional Korean Games Section
Located within the Korean Folk Village in Suwon, this section is dedicated to teaching and showcasing traditional Korean games and pastimes. Visitors can learn about authentic cultural activities, with particular emphasis on the Korean swing, a distinctive traditional pastime. The exhibits and demonstrations offer genuine insight into how Koreans have entertained themselves throughout history, making it an engaging visit for those interested in the country's cultural heritage.
- 1.Sculpture Garden
- 2.Udegi House (replica of Ulleung Island)
- 3.Blacksmiths and Carpenters Workshop
- 4.Traditional Korean Games Section
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