Jeongok Prehistory Musuem (전곡선사박물관)

Jeongok Prehistory Musuem (전곡선사박물관)

Gyeonggi  · 2 , Pyeonghwa-ro 443beon-gil, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do

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Admission
Free
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Address
2 , Pyeonghwa-ro 443beon-gil, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Overview

Jeongok Prehistory Museum is a relics museum built in the Paleolithic ruins of Jeongok-ri, a historical site that rewrote the history of Paleolithic research in the world with the discovery of the first Acheulean hand ax in East Asia. Centered on Paleolithic relics such as an Acheulean hand ax excavated from the Jeongok-ri Paleolithic site, the exhibition space is composed of relics of various themes to systematically understand human evolution and Paleolithic culture.<br>

Location

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Best Time to Visit

South Korea has four distinct seasons. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are the most popular times to visit. Summer brings humidity and occasional typhoons, while winter is cold but great for ski resorts and festivals.

Frequently Asked Questions

January - June, September - December 10:00-18:00
July - August 10:00-18:00

Free

Available

Mondays (open if public holiday falls on a Monday), January 1, day of Seollal (Lunar New Year) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving)

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