Introduction to the public about Volcanic Island – Jeju lava cave where shows geological features, evidence of the history of the earth’s formation, which was recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 2007; The Baekje Historic Site Complex represents the brilliant culture of the Baekje Dynasty from 1,400 years ago, was recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 2015.
This is one of the activities towards the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Korea (December 22, 1992 – December 22, 2022), contributing to helping the two peoples understand, empathize with each other for the sustainable development and common prosperity of two countries in the world cultural community.
The exhibition area is divided into 4 subarea: Living space: Imperial Citadel; Belief space: Pagoda; Afterlife Space: Royal Tomb and Jeju Natural Heritage.
Along with Goguryeo and Silla, Baekje was a 700-year dynasty (from 18 BC to 7th century AD), one of three kingdoms that coexisted on the Korean peninsula. The UNESCO World Cultural Heritage-listed Baekje-era castle walls and tombs are scattered at eight sites across Gongju, Buyeo (South Chungcheong Province) and Iksan (North Jeolla Province).
The Baekje dynasty historical relic site reflects the outstanding level of cultural development of the Baekje kingdom, and contains many evidences proving the process of cultural, political and social exchanges between the East Asian ancient kingdoms.
Gongsan fortress wall
Traces of the Mireuk Pagoda foundation. Source: Korean Cultural Heritage Bureau
The highlight of the exhibition is the gold ornamentation on King Muryeong’s crown found in the king’s coffin when his tomb was excavated in 1971;
Baekje gilded bronze incense burner at Neungsanri temple ruin (Son Ly pagoda), relic containers excavated in the stone tower of Mireuk pagoda (Di Lac pagoda).
Visiting the exhibition, visitors can experience virtual reality, make costumes, make lanterns, enjoy Korean cuisine with Baekje’s special products, and watch movies.
The exhibition will take place from September 16 to October 16, 2022 at the National Museum of History, 1 Trang Tien, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi..
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