National Museum of World Writing Systems

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Located in Songdo Central Park, Incheon, the National Museum of World Writing Systems is a museum dedicated to writing systems, characterized by a unique curved exterior that looks like an unrolled white scroll.

Audio guide7 stories · about 6 min
Address217 Central-ro, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon
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Located in Songdo Central Park, Incheon, the National Museum of World Writing Systems is a museum dedicated to writing systems, characterized by a unique curved exterior that looks like an unrolled white scroll. Built as the third of its kind in the world after France and China, it colorfully showcases 55 types of world writing systems and precious authentic artifacts. From mankind's first cuneiform to Hangeul, you can vividly experience the birth and historical value of writing systems through cutting-edge media art and digital panels.

It is good to contemplate the great power of writing systems that have led human civilization while walking along the outdoor promenade on the museum roof.

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