Archaeological Site in Amsa-dong, Seoul (서울 암사동 유적)
Seoul · 875, Olympic-ro, Gangdong-gu, Seoul
Hours
09:30-18:00 (Last admission 30 min before closing) * Free admission: October-March 06:00-09:00 / April-September 05:30-09:00
09:30-18:00 (Last admission 30 min before closing) * Free admission: October-March 06:00-09:00 / April-September 05:30-09:00
Address
875, Olympic-ro, Gangdong-gu, Seoul
875, Olympic-ro, Gangdong-gu, Seoul
Parking
Available (09:30-18:00)
Available (09:30-18:00)
Overview
The Archaeological Site in Amsa-dong reproduces the lifestyle of the Neolithic Era. Even the entrance gate is shaped like a huge dolmen and the trash cans are ancient diagonal-line patterned earthenware. Archaeological Site in Amsa-dong was excavated in 1925 when a flood washed away the soil on the banks of the Hangang River and exposed a large number of diagonal-line patterned earthenware. After several excavations, the Archaeological Site in Amsa-dong was established. <br>
<br> The site was a location for a massive colony, thus many ancient buildings, stone axes and stone arrows have been uncovered as well as countless diagonal-line patterned earthenware. The housing site is round with a spot in the center for fire. The site is colossal and possesses nine mud huts, two exhibition halls displaying ancient artifacts and an open mud hut where visitors can experience life in the Neolithic Era. The site offers many attractions such as mud huts and promenades. Archaeological Site in Amsa-dong is also very educational for children and families who want to learn and experience the Neolithic Age.
<br> The site was a location for a massive colony, thus many ancient buildings, stone axes and stone arrows have been uncovered as well as countless diagonal-line patterned earthenware. The housing site is round with a spot in the center for fire. The site is colossal and possesses nine mud huts, two exhibition halls displaying ancient artifacts and an open mud hut where visitors can experience life in the Neolithic Era. The site offers many attractions such as mud huts and promenades. Archaeological Site in Amsa-dong is also very educational for children and families who want to learn and experience the Neolithic Age.
Location
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Info: • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-3425-6520
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
09:30-18:00 (Last admission 30 min before closing) * Free admission: October-March 06:00-09:00 / April-September 05:30-09:00
Available (09:30-18:00)
New Year's Day, Mondays (Close on Tuesday if Monday is a public holiday)
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-2-3425-6520
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-2-3425-6520
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