Explore the Newly Renovated Taehwagang Ecomuseum: An Affordable Indoor Playground for Kids in Ulsan
Hello, I'm Choi Jeong-won, a blogger for Ulsan Metropolitan City.
Today, I'm excited to introduce a fantastic place that has recently been renovated and is perfect for visiting with children: the Taehwagang Ecomuseum.
Reopened after a month of remodeling, this place is a paradise for kids who love insects and fish.
The renovation included some changes to the indoor space and visitor flow, but the biggest addition is the new children's playground.
Let me give you a detailed introduction to this wonderful place, perfect for visiting on rainy or cold days.
The Taehwagang Ecomuseum has been newly renovated, making it cleaner and full of more attractions than ever before!
The Taehwagang Ecomuseum is quite large, consisting of two floors with photo zones throughout.
Although I went straight inside because of the cold weather, there's also an outdoor space where children can run around on warmer days, featuring a resting area with pergolas and a floor fountain.
Here are the admission fees:
| Category | Individual | Group (20 or more) |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (Ages 19-64) | 2,000 KRW | 1,500 KRW |
| Teenager/Soldier (Ages 13-18) | 1,500 KRW | 1,000 KRW |
| Child (Ages 6-12) | 1,000 KRW | 500 KRW |
Ulsan residents receive a 30% discount, and admission is free for children under 6 and seniors over 65.
After purchasing your ticket, it will be checked upon entry. Re-entry is not allowed. Reservations are recommended for group visits!
As you enter, you'll find a spacious plaza with various facilities, including a mysterious water feature, a drawing area for children, and photo zones.
You'll also see the newly added Water Light Playground.
There are beautifully painted images of various fish, as well as a stamp tour and information brochures available at the Taehwagang Ecomuseum. The bright atmosphere and colors are sure to delight children.
This newly renovated space is designed for young children who enjoy media art.
When I visited, a kindergarten group was having a great time. It has everything kids could want.
With warm heaters and various sounds and lights, children are sure to love it.
It was so adorable to see the groups of kids running around, sitting, watching, and touching everything!
The interior is designed with soft partitions and structures to prevent injuries.
Let's start the tour of the Taehwagang Ecomuseum on the 1st floor.
A large aquarium immediately catches your eye at the entrance. The 1st floor exhibition takes about 30 minutes to view.
The exhibition focuses on the Taehwagang River, starting with its origins and aquatic plants, followed by the birds that live there, and even mother birds and their eggs.
From videos to specimens and various fish in the aquarium, children will absolutely love it.
There are materials and videos about how the Taehwagang River was revived from a river of death and how the ecosystem has formed since its restoration.
Detailed information about the aquatic plants found in the lower and middle reaches of the Taehwagang River is also available.
It's not only fun for kids but also very educational.
Starting with stories about insects that live in and out of the water, the exhibition continues with stories about the aquatic plants of the Taehwagang River.
The interior is much cleaner and more visually appealing after the renovation.
From small fish to various insects, there's something to see everywhere you look. My son recognized a stag beetle and proudly told me its name.
Benches are available throughout the exhibition for resting. A thoughtful touch for children who might get tired from walking the relatively long path.
The Taehwagang Ecomuseum also offers free stroller and wheelchair rentals at the entrance.
There are also stories about Samho Bamboo Grove and the world as seen by fish.
Overall, the exhibition provides a comprehensive overview of the flora and fauna that inhabit the Taehwagang River.
The abundance of audiovisual materials ensures that even children who can't read will remain engaged and entertained. The attention to children is remarkable.
Let's start the tour of the Taehwagang Ecomuseum on the 2nd floor.
After seeing everything on the 1st floor, you can take the stairs to the 2nd floor. Benches are also available here for resting.
Unlike the 1st floor, the 2nd floor features different themes, including special exhibition tanks, African ornamental fish tanks, and the life cycle of salmon.
Walking along the corridor under the mysterious, shimmering blue lights, you might forget whether you're in an exhibition hall or underwater. It's a truly unique experience.
Walking along the corridor, you'll pass crustaceans, a diorama of otters, and a waterfall tank before reaching the washbasin.
It was fascinating to see fish that are rarely seen.
This is a hands-on space where you can wash your hands and touch the water. There's also a large tank where you can see salmon.
The large tank makes it feel like the salmon are right in front of you. This is a very popular spot with children.
Behind the tank, there are chairs where adults can sit and wait while the children watch the fish.
There's also a space where you can observe things through a microscope and a 2D animation about the life cycle of salmon.
Children will enjoy watching how salmon live from birth to death.
The 2nd floor also has a Children's Exploration Center.
This is where educational programs about the importance of water are held for preschool children aged 4-7. It's also a space for various hands-on activities.
Children can enjoy activities such as attaching ecological magnets, using a touch media table, solving fish puzzles, and scratch art. It's also a place where adults can take a break. The kids really enjoy playing here.
Finally, there's a small zoo where you can see turtles and iguanas.
Each animal has a name tag, making it easy to identify them. My son, who has recently become interested in reptiles like iguanas, spent a lot of time here.
The glass walls are transparent, making it easy to see the animals up close. The low height of the glass also makes it easy for small children to see.
Lastly, there was a giant turtle. It was great to see so many different things in one place.
It takes about 30 minutes to see the 1st floor and 30 minutes to see the 2nd floor, so the total viewing time of 1 hour is just right.
In conclusion,
Today, I introduced the newly renovated Taehwagang Ecomuseum.
Many people worry about where to take their children during the hot summer or cold winter months.
I think this is a great place to go in those situations.
It's a place where you can see a variety of aquatic plants, insects, fish, and reptiles.
The admission fee is also very reasonable, making it an affordable place to visit. I highly recommend it!
This concludes my introduction to the newly renovated Taehwagang Ecomuseum, an affordable indoor playground for kids in Ulsan.
Thank you.
※ The content above is from an Ulsan Metropolitan City blog reporter and may differ from the official position of Ulsan Metropolitan City Hall.
Source :https://blog.naver.com/ulsan_nuri/224082023083
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