National Museum of Korea Earns UNESCO Heritage Status
Published on 7.21.25
The National Museum of Korea has received a UNESCO World Heritage designation for its extensive collection of artifacts, including prehistoric petroglyphs found in North Korea's Mount Kumgang, which are believed to be over 2,000 years old. The museum also houses the tomb site of Royal teeth and various artifacts uncovered in Gongju, a city in South Korea known for its rich history. Additionally, children can engage with historical emotions and artifacts at the revamped Children's Museum, while the museum itself operates around 20 storage rooms categorized by material such as metals, wood, or calligraphy and paintings.