Explore Cultural Tourism in June: Honoring National Defense and Veterans
Enjoy Cultural Tourism
National Seoul Memorial Cemetery, Peace Culture Fort,
Garden of Gratitude, and the National Defense and Veterans Festival.
As we celebrate the month of June, dedicated to national defense and veterans,
let's explore meaningful places to visit in Seoul!
Are you looking for family-friendly destinations to commemorate
the National Memorial Day on June 6?
From the National Seoul Memorial Cemetery to the National Defense and Veterans Festival,
let's discover historical sites and festivals in Seoul.
Top places to visit during June, the month of national defense and veterans:
❶ National Seoul Memorial Cemetery & National Defense Concert
National Seoul Memorial Cemetery
A national cemetery where heroes, including veterans of the Korean War,
rest in peace after dedicating their lives to the country.
Location: 210 Hyeonchung-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul
June 6 is Memorial Day,
a national holiday honoring the sacrifices of those who fought for our nation.
In addition to the cemetery,
you can find memorial facilities like the Memorial Tower and the Hall of Heroes.
Stroll through beautifully maintained gardens and lakes,
and discover various sculptures like the Loyal Turtle Statue.
During this month,
a National Defense Concert will be held at the cemetery
to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the June 10th Movement.
National Defense Concert
The Roar of Youth, Becoming Our Light
Location: Hyeonchung Hall, National Seoul Memorial Cemetery
Date: June 17, 19:00
How to Apply: Online reservation
Application Period: June 4, 10:00 - June 14
Free admission for all seats
Children from elementary school age (born in 2019 or later) are welcome.
Reservations can be canceled until June 14.
If you fail to attend without cancellation, you will be unable to apply for future concerts.
Consider taking time to remember and honor our veterans at the National Seoul Memorial Cemetery this June.
❷ Peace Culture Fort
What is the Peace Culture Fort?
It is a cultural space reborn from a symbol of confrontation and division,
originally a tank barricade.
Location: 932 Madle-ro, Dobong-gu, Seoul
This space, which holds the history of war, has transformed into a cultural venue for citizens,
offering various exhibition programs.
❸ Garden of Gratitude - Light of Gratitude 23 & Freedom Hall
The Garden of Gratitude is a memorial space created in Gwanghwamun Square
to convey messages of thanks and peace to veterans and allied nations.
Location: 175 Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul
During this month, consider visiting the Garden of Gratitude
to feel gratitude towards veterans and allied nations.
Source :https://blog.naver.com/haechiseoul/224300274116
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