Korean Christian Martyrs Memorial Hall Reopens After Remodeling... "A Comprehensive View of Domestic Martyrs' History"

Photo by Korea Christian Centennial Foundation website

[Asia Economy Reporter Seomideum] The Korea Christian Martyrs Memorial Hall has completed remodeling and reopened its doors.

The Korea Christian Centennial Foundation announced on the 21st that the Korea Christian Martyrs Memorial Hall in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, will reopen on the 23rd.

The exhibition space is organized around three themes: learning, meeting, and reflection. It includes the Martyr History Exhibition Room to learn the meaning and history of martyrdom, the Martyr Digital Portrait Exhibition Room to meet those who died for the Korean church, and the Martus Chapel, a space for silence and contemplation where visitors can reflect on their own faith.

The memorial hall stated, "It is a unique memorial hall in the world that commemorates numerous martyrs," and explained, "While there are many memorial halls dedicated to specific churches or individual martyrs, there is no memorial hall that ecumenically encompasses all the martyrs of one country."

The memorial hall opened in 1989 on a site of about 100,000 pyeong with a building area of approximately 360 pyeong but had suffered from excessive humidity. It closed in 2019 to begin remodeling work and recently completed the interior renovation. A wheelchair ramp and elevator were also installed for those with mobility difficulties.

Visits can be reserved through the Martyrs Memorial Hall website.

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