Published Date : Nov 11, 2013 / Edited Date : Jun 20, 2025
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Seodaemun Prison was used to intern Korean patriots during the Japanese occupation. Until the Liberation of Korea on August 15, 1945, it was known as a clandestine mecca for the anti-Japanese resistance fighters, where they were tortured and executed. The Seodaemun Prison History Hall opened in November 1998 in Seodaemun Independence Park to commemorate the patriots who sacrificed their lives in the fight for Korean independence during the Japanese occupation. It consists of a historic exhibition hall, a central prison, jail cells, a hospital, the patriot memorial, an execution room, a tunnel through which corpses were carried, a watchtower, and a basement jail cell where the female patriot, Yu Gwansun, was tortured and killed.
It's exactly what you would expect. I went first thing on a Monday morning, no queue. Interesting to those who want to know more about Korean history
18anthonym2024-09-30
Enlightening place to visit in heart of Seoul
Surprised that this place doesn’t rank in the top ten of places to visit in Seoul. Granted it is not for Fun, but so important to understand part of Korean zeitgeist!
JakartaPeripat2024-04-14
Sad but true
The history behind the museum and the atrocities that were conducted there should never be forgotten. It is now just a lesson on the history of how the Japanese held, treated and executed 100’s of...
TRAVLINCOP2023-08-12
Korea's colonial history
This historic landmark, located at the Seodaemun (Western Gate) neighborhood, may be a bit away from the major tourist attractions. However, it is well worth a short trip to understand Korea's...
Leonhkny2022-11-13
Educational and accessible location
This museum is currently open for visit (despite that some other museums may have closed for covid). Popular among locals and students for school visits. A few minutes' walk from metro.
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