Kukkiwon (World Taekwondo Headquarters) (국기원(세계태권도본부))

Seoul · (Kukkiwon), 32, Teheran-ro 7-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Admission
[Memorial Hall] Free

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Address
(Kukkiwon), 32, Teheran-ro 7-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Overview

Established in 1972, Kukkiwon serves as the headquarters of World Taekwondo. The organization strives to promote the Korean cultural heritage of Taekwondo across the world and set the culture of Taekwondo. To that end, it provides Taekwondo instructor training, undertakes research and development of Taekwondo techniques, and hosts the World Taekwondo Hanmadang. The nearby Kukkiwon Memorial Hall collects and exhibits artifacts related to Taekwondo’s history.

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.