hello everyone!
I went to Suwon with a friend during the Chuseok holiday. Honestly, this was my first time in Suwon, so I was excited. It was only about an hour from Seoul by subway, making it a perfect day trip! The most memorable place was the Suwon Hwaseong Museum.
As soon as I entered the museum, I saw a large logo reading "Suwon Hwaseong Museum." It felt more like a modern art gallery than a traditional museum. A comprehensive museum guide is located near the entrance, and it's well-written in both Korean and English, so I think it'll be a comfortable experience even for international friends!
Entering the exhibition hall, the first thing that catches your eye is a model of King Jeongjo's procession and a video room. A 360-degree curved screen vividly recreates King Jeongjo's "Hwaseong Procession." As the massive procession moved and drums rang, I felt as if I had truly stepped into that era. I also learned for the first time why King Jeongjo built Hwaseong Fortress, and how it wasn't simply a military fortress, but a planned city for the people.
The next exhibition room featured doll models and costumes recreating a procession scene. The vibrant red, yellow, and blue costumes were eye-catching. Further inside, there was a model exhibit titled "Bongsudang Jinchanyeon." This reenactment of the banquet King Jeongjo gave for his mother, Lady Hyegyeong Hong, allowed me to truly experience the splendor of Joseon Dynasty royal culture.
The Suwon Hwaseong Museum is a place where you can experience real history firsthand! I think it would be a great place for Korean students to visit as well. If international students want to experience Korean culture more deeply, I highly recommend visiting the Suwon Hwaseong Museum!
Have a nice day~
