Kim Dae-jung Nobel Peace Prize Memorial Hall Audio Guide & Tour — Things to Do in Mokpo, Korea

About

The Kim Dae-jung Nobel Peace Prize Memorial Hall was built to honor the life and achievements of former President Kim Dae-jung, the first Korean recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize, and his spirit of peace. Located on Samhakdo in Mokpo, where his political philosophy was born in his childhood, the hall allows visitors to experience his turbulent political journey through photos and videos, including his dedication to democracy and human rights, and his contribution to peace on the Korean Peninsula through the Sunshine Policy. In particular, the space recreating the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony vividly conveys the emotion of the time, and through his quotes such as 'conscience in action' and his personal belongings, visitors can reflect on the values of democracy, human rights, and peace.

Stories you can hear here

9 stories · about 8 min

IntroThe Secret of License Plate 198737 sec
SpotArtwork Symbolizing President Kim Dae-jung and First Lady Lee Hee-ho56 sec
SpotPresident Kim Dae-jung's Official Car42 sec
SpotNobel Peace Prize Medal_200054 sec
SpotNobel Peace Prize Diploma_2000The First Korean to Win the Nobel Peace Prize59 sec

Show 4 more

SpotBust of President Kim Dae-jung44 sec
SpotChronology of President Kim Dae-jungabout 1 min
Spot5-Year National Development Strategies of the People's Governmentabout 1 min
SpotNobel Prize Background, Selection and Episodes of Past Laureatesabout 1 min

Preview

What does the number 1987 on the official vehicle mean? It stands for the year of the democratic uprising, when Kim Dae-jung was finally freed after six years in prison, exile, and a long period of house arrest. Trace his difficult journey toward peace as you explore the hall, taking in details like the dove and the map of the Korean Peninsula engraved on his Nobel Peace Prize certificate.

This guide introduces the main exhibits here one by one. Just play the audio for each exhibit as you stand in front of it.

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Visitor info

Address: 68, Samhangno 92beon-gil, Mokpo-si, Jeonnam Gwangju Unified Special City
Hours: 09:00~18:00 (Last admission at 17:30)
Closed: Every Monday (However, if Monday is a public holiday, it is closed the next day) / January 1st / Days determined by the Mayor of Mokpo as necessary
Admission: Free