Destination briefing
Why travelers stop here
Seosomun Shrine History Museum is a place commemorating the martyred Catholics, opened in June 2019. Visitors can see exhibitions and artworks related to the persecution of Catholics, and every Thursday, a guided tour of Seosomun history is provided, offering detailed explanations about Seosomun Shrine and the history of Catholicism. Seosomun Shrine History Museum is located within Seosomun History Park, with a permanent exhibition hall on the second basement level. Going down the stairs to the third basement level, you will encounter the Sky Plaza. The Sky Plaza is a space filled with reverence, composed of a restrained rectangular area. This space, where only the sky, light, and straight lines exist, embodies the heaviness and sorrow of the Catholic persecution. Additionally, this place is famous for its architectural design, attracting many visitors, and won the Grand Prize at the 2019 Seoul Architecture Awards.
OTA-ready stop
Built into inbound routes and day-tour planning.
Local context
Seoulteukbyeolsi Junggu Chilpaero 5
Travel fit
Culture · Seoul
