- Address: 747-18, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 140-890, South Korea
- Phone: +82 2-2014-6900
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, from 10:30 to 18:00
The culture of South Korea is revealed not only in the existing traditions and rules in the relationship. In this field of study, artistic works become an integral part, which, with the help of a master's brush, imparts a material form to the inner content. To get closer acquaintance with modern creative people and manifestations of their skills, visit the art gallery of Lium.
Exposition and exhibitions
Lium is a private museum owned by Samsung. It is located in the lively area of Seoul , Yongsan. At the same time, the surroundings of Lium are very picturesque, because it is located on Mount Namsan , from where a chic view of the Han River opens.
However, you can admire the panorama of the city in any other place, but to discover the modern Korean masters of the brush will help only Lium. Its internal space is conditionally divided into 2 parts, in which both modernity and tradition are revealed. In addition, a number of works by foreign artists are presented here. The building itself was designed by two architects - the Frenchman Sean Novell and the Swiss Mario Botta.
The exposition devoted to the traditions of the Korean people acquaints visitors with books, ceramics, displays of Buddhist art, paintings and calligraphy. Over 140 exhibits are collected on 4 floors of the museum, revealing the period right up to the Joseon Dynasty. By the way, this collection is recognized as the best of its kind throughout the country.
The hall of modernity shows guests more than 70 exhibits demonstrating the development of Korean art from 1910. Here is also the work of foreign artists, beginning in 1945.
Practical information for tourists
The cost of admission to Lyum is about $ 9, for children from 3 to 18 years - $ 5. On Saturdays and Sundays there are free guided tours in English. Weekdays require pre-registration. In addition, an electronic guide is available here, from available languages - English, Korean, Chinese and Japanese. For a fee, you can order an individual excursion, which will give you the opportunity to learn more about the exhibits.
How to get to Lima?
To visit the museum, you should take the 6th subway line to Hangangjin Station.