Chilgok Patriots & Peace Memorial
칠곡호국평화기념관 · Gyeongbuk · Neighbourhoods & streets
Chilgok Patriots & Peace Memorial is a memorial museum dedicated to the soldiers who seized victory by holding up a fierce battle at Nakdonggang River's line of defense for 55 days in Chilgok during the Korean War. The museum consists of a spacious four-story high building with two basement floors and an outdoor exhibition with a variety of artifacts. The museum also has battle miniatures and experience facilities to help foster patriotism and appreciation for the soldiers who gave their lives to protect the country.
| Type | Neighbourhoods & streets |
|---|---|
| Region | Gyeongbuk |
| Address | 1580, Gangbyeon-daero, Chilgok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do |
| Hours | March-October 09:00-18:00 · November-February 09:00-17:00 · * Last admission: 1 hour before closing |
| Closed | New Year's Day, the day of Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day), Mondays (closed the next business day if Monday is a public holiday) |
| Admission | [Admission] · Individuals: Adults 3,000 won / Teenagers 2,000 won / Children 1,000 won · Groups: Adults 2,000 won / Teenagers 1,500 won / Children 500 won · · [4D Screen Rider] · Individuals: Adults 3,000 won / Teenagers & Children 2,000 won · Groups: Adults 2,000 won / Teenagers & Children 1,000 won · · * Preschoolers (ages 6 & younger) and senior citizens (ages 65 & older) can enter free of charge. |
| Parking | Available (33 spaces for buses, 280 spaces for sedans) |
