Gwangju Museum of Art (광주시립미술관)

Gwangju Museum of Art (광주시립미술관)

Korea  · 52, Haseo-ro, Buk-gu, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City

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Admission
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Address
52, Haseo-ro, Buk-gu, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City

Overview

The Gwangju Museum of Art was founded on August 1, 1992, to promote local artists. In 1996, it served as the venue for the Gwangju Biennale. The museum holds over 560 works, including those from Heo Baekryeon, Oh Jiho, Yang Su-ah, and Im Jik-sun, all local artists. In addition to the permanent exhibitions, the museum also has special planned exhibitions and other cultural programs.

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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.

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