Gwangju

Korea's Cultural Capital - Art, Democracy, and Tradition

Art & Cultural Attractions

Asia Culture Center (ACC)

Massive cultural complex showcasing Asian arts, culture, and creative collaboration

Key Highlights:

Contemporary Asian Art
Cultural Performances
Creative Workshops
International Exhibitions

Architecture:

Award-winning underground design by Woo Kyu-sung

Cultural Significance:

Asia's largest cultural center promoting cross-cultural exchange

Gwangju Museum of Art

Premier art museum featuring Korean modern and contemporary works

Key Highlights:

Modern Korean Art
International Collections
Sculpture Garden
Educational Programs

Architecture:

Modern museum design with traditional Korean elements

Cultural Significance:

Leading contemporary art institution in Southwest Korea

Gwangju Folk Museum

Traditional Korean culture and heritage preservation center

Key Highlights:

Traditional Crafts
Folk Performances
Cultural Workshops
Historical Artifacts

Architecture:

Traditional Korean hanok-style architecture

Cultural Significance:

Preserving Jeolla Province's rich cultural heritage

Chonnam National University Museum

University museum showcasing regional archaeology and cultural history

Key Highlights:

Archaeological Finds
Regional History
Academic Research
Student Exhibitions

Architecture:

Modern academic building with exhibition spaces

Cultural Significance:

Important research and educational cultural institution