A Rainy Day Delight: Exploring Sokcho City Museum with My Daughter
Isn't this a wonderful season for travel?
The frequent rain forecasts can be a bit worrisome, but that doesn't mean we should give up on traveling altogether!!
We can always enjoy the rain as it comes...
This time, I visited Sokcho with my daughter!! It rained throughout our trip, which was a bit disappointing, but it led us to discover a truly wonderful place!
We visited the Sokcho City Museum, a perfect destination for a rainy day in Sokcho.
I often travel to Sokcho to see the sea, but this time, with rain in the forecast for our entire trip, we decided to explore places that we could enjoy even in bad weather. I was surprised to find that many others had the same idea! Actually, this was my first visit to the museum.
There was a video experience hall and a wonderful art exhibition, offering plenty to see. Taking our time to enjoy everything, we spent over two hours there – a perfect amount of time.
It was also lovely walking among the beautifully grown pine trees. The scenery felt perfectly suited for a rainy day. The chrysanthemum flower beds were also very pretty, creating an atmosphere that matched the autumn season.
Sokcho City Museum
Address: 16, Sinheung2-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
Closed: Every Monday
Admission: 2,000 won (Adults), 1,500 won (Teenagers, Soldiers), 700 won (Children)
Parking Information
Sokcho City Museum has a total of three parking areas. The first is across from the ticket booth at the entrance. Since it was my first time, I parked here, but you can also park inside after purchasing your tickets.
This is the indoor parking lot. Parking here provides direct access to the observatory. If you're traveling with parents or children, parking here is a good idea.
This is the outdoor parking lot located inside the entrance. It was quite spacious as well. Overall, the parking situation was very convenient with plenty of spaces.
Purchasing Tickets - Self-Service Kiosk Available
There is a self-service kiosk right next to the ticket booth where you can purchase tickets. A staff member is also available at the ticket booth if you prefer to purchase your tickets directly.
Exploring the Museum
We walked inside along the entrance path. The gourds hanging from the hanok (traditional Korean house) walls created a warm and inviting atmosphere. It felt like taking a stroll through a quiet village, which was lovely.
The path initially leads uphill, which I was worried about, but that was the only uphill part. Once you reach the top, it's all flat. As mentioned earlier, you can take a more comfortable route by going to the indoor parking lot.
Immersive Content Experience Hall
To the left is the Balhae Culture Center, and to the right are the Immersive Content Experience Hall and the Displaced Persons Culture Village. After a moment of hesitation at the crossroads, we decided to visit the Immersive Content Experience Hall first.
Upon entering, a staff member provided guidance. To watch the video, we had to remove our shoes and change into slippers before entering the screening room.
Seeing the stories of families separated by the Korean War (6.25), unable to confirm each other's fate for many years, broke my heart. The video lasted about 15 minutes.
Displaced Persons Culture Village
Next, we went to the Displaced Persons Culture Village. It was right next to the Immersive Content Experience Hall, making it easy to visit.
This place offered a glimpse into the lives of displaced people. I slowly looked around, imagining how they lived in such cramped spaces, less than a pyeong (about 3.3 square meters).
Even in their lives, living in shacks, I could see hope in their dreams of reuniting with the families they had left behind in their hometowns, and it was clear that they had lived diligently even in those circumstances.
Sokcho City Museum Exhibition Hall & Observatory
Walking further behind the outdoor stage, we saw the exhibition hall and observatory building.
Inside the exhibition hall, we explored the museum's exhibits. Each floor had a theme, and the viewing direction was clearly marked, making it easy to navigate.
It was fun that we could also try restoring pottery. My daughter and I enthusiastically pieced together the fragments. We slowly explored the exhibition hall.
The fishing village exhibition was also interesting. The models of old fishing methods were fascinating, and we could see the evolution of fishing techniques.
3rd Exhibition Hall
The most popular place was the 3rd exhibition hall. This area allowed children to experience the lives and tools of their ancestors, making it a big hit.
We could also participate in a traditional wedding ceremony experience. We could wear wedding attire and take photos in a palanquin. There were many other photo opportunities as well.
The mock ancestral memorial table was also amusing. We joked about taking a photo and referring to it whenever we had to prepare the table. Haha…
There was also a traditional games experience area. It was nice to see children enjoying the games together.
Even the stamps become works of art. We challenged ourselves to fill four spaces with stamps of beautiful patterns.
Observatory
Taking the elevator next to the exhibition hall, we could go directly to the 5th-floor observatory. We were supposed to be able to see Seoraksan Mountain through the telescope, but it was not visible due to the rain.
Nevertheless, the view from the observatory was beautiful. The surrounding scenery felt very fitting for Sokcho. We were planning to go to the Balhae History Museum as the last stop, but we had to leave the museum because it was time for our restaurant reservation. We decided to come back with more time to spare next time.
Reference Video
Sokcho City Museum
16, Sinheung2-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
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