Amsa-dong Prehistoric Site Museum (암사동선사유적박물관)

Seoul  · 875 Olympic-ro, Gangdong-gu, Seoul

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Admission
Adults (ages 19-64) 500 won Children (ages 7-18) 300 won
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Address
875 Olympic-ro, Gangdong-gu, Seoul

Overview

The archaeological sites in Amsa-dong, Seoul, were a collective settlement where people lived during the Neolithic Age about 6,000 years ago and became known to the world after the sand dunes along the Hangang River caved in during the great flood of 1925, exposing numerous pieces of comb-patterned pottery. The area designated as a historic site in 1979, and excavation of the site took place from 1981 to 1988. The cultural heritage protection area was expanded to a total area of ​​78,133㎡. Currently, nine Neolithic dugout huts and one experiential dugout hut have been restored. The exhibitions currently open to the public are Exhibition Hall 1, which displays a restoration of a Neolithic Age dugout, and Exhibition Hall 2, which displays various panels and models to help understand the prehistoric era as a whole.

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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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Adults (ages 19-64) 500 won Children (ages 7-18) 300 won

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