In Seoul, there is a place you can find <br /><br />the essence of traditional Korean culture.<br /><br />Being filled with history<br /><br />and culture at every corner,<br /><br />the whole neighborhood will seem<br /><br />like at museum in Seongbuk-dong.<br /><br />The Korea Furniture Museum is located<br /><br />in Seongbuk-dong at the foot of Bugak Mountain.<br /><br />Once you enter, it will feel like<br /><br />going back to the Joseon era<br /><br />as all the buildings in this<br /><br />special museum are 'Hanok'.<br /><br />The 'Hanok', which are made similar to the ancient<br /><br />palaces and houses, shows the dignity of tradition.<br /><br />Just like the elegance of the exterior 'Hanok',<br /><br />the furniture on display exude the beauty of Korean tradition.<br /><br />Let's learn about the wood grains and the antique furniture<br /><br />that still remain intact from an expert commentator.<br /><br />The 'Dwiju' is a chest that was used to store grains.<br /><br />The chest has been built sturdy like the 'Hanok'<br /><br />to withstand weight and prevent moisture build-up.<br /><br />Full of the 'Hanok' atmosphere,<br /><br />the Korea Furniture Museum that radiates<br /><br />the housing culture of Korea<br /><br />with its simple furniture should not be missed.<br /><br />If you walk 500m from the Korea Furniture Museum,<br /><br />you will come upon another unique location.<br /><br />Housing a collection of stone artifacts found<br /><br />throughout Korea is the Korean Stone Art Museum.<br /><br />As the patron saint of graves<br /><br />and protector of villages,<br /><br />these cute 'Dongja' statues were<br /><br />also known to listen to your wishes.<br /><br />Both countries will definitely<br /><br />prosper like the wish, right?<br /><br />In the outdoor exhibition, <br /><br />you can see large Buddha statues<br /><br />and sculptures that embraces the life of Korean ancestors,<br /><br />which is brimming with the basic human desire to live<br /><br />a long, healthy, comfortable, and happy life.<br /><br />The quiet neighborhood of Seongbuk-dong<br /><br />overlooks the city of Seoul.<br /><br />As it is full of cultural treasures and museums,<br /><br />why not experience traditional Korean culture<br /><br />and art in a special way by visiting this area?<br /><br />▶ 기사 원문 : http://www.ytn.co.kr/_sp/1209_201702071614500401<br />▶ 제보 안내 : http://goo.gl/gEvsAL, 모바일앱, 8585@ytn.co.kr, #2424<br /><br />▣ YTN 유튜브 채널 구독 : http://goo.gl/Ytb5SZ<br /><br />[ 한국 뉴스 채널 와이티엔 / Korea News Channel YTN ]
