Introduction:
The villa of Kim Ilsung, former leader of North Korea, is perhaps better known as the Castle of Hwajinpo, for its fortress-like exterior. The villa was used as a summer house not only by the Kim family, but also by high-level members of the Communist Part
Directions [Bus] Take a bus from Dong Seoul Bus Terminal to Ganseong Intercity Bus Terminal. - From Ganseong, take a taxi approx. 15min.
Tel:
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-33-680-3677
Information:
The villa of Kim Ilsung, former leader of North Korea, is perhaps better known as the Castle of Hwajinpo, for its fortress-like exterior.
The villa was used as a summer house not only by the Kim family, but also by high-level members of the Communist Party from 1948 to 1950. The interior of the castle keeps history alive through a set-up of personal items and materials used by the Kim family.
There is one photo in particular of a young Kim Jongil standing at the foot of the stairs that brings a sense of intimacy to this secretive family.
Opening:Opening date July 1999 Closed N/A (Open all year round)
Operating:Operating
Hours 09:00-18:00Ticketing 09:00-17:20*
Operating:Operating
hours may change by season Parking Facilities Available Admission Fees [Hwajinpo History & Security Museum] Individuals: Adults 3,000 won / Teens 2,300 won / Children 2,300 won Groups: Adults 2,300 won / Teens 1,600 won / Children 1,600 won * Group: 30 people or more * Admission includes Villa of Rhee Syngman, Villa of Lee Ki-poong, Castle of Hwajinpo (Villa of Kim Ilsung) & Ecology Museum * Free admission to persons with a disability and seniors (ages 65 and older) Restrooms Available at parking lot Facilities for the Handicapped Designated restroom & parking, wheelchair rental Parking Fees Free Korean Info.
Service Available (Advanced reservation required at Hwajinpo Tourist Center) Interpretation Services Offered Available - English, Japanese, Chinese (Advanced reservation required at Hwajinpo Tourist Center)
The villa of Kim Ilsung, former leader of North Korea, is perhaps better known as the Castle of Hwajinpo, for its fortress-like exterior. The villa was used as a summer house not only by the Kim family, but also by high-level members of the Communist Part
Directions [Bus] Take a bus from Dong Seoul Bus Terminal to Ganseong Intercity Bus Terminal. - From Ganseong, take a taxi approx. 15min.
Tel:
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-33-680-3677
Information:
The villa of Kim Ilsung, former leader of North Korea, is perhaps better known as the Castle of Hwajinpo, for its fortress-like exterior.
The villa was used as a summer house not only by the Kim family, but also by high-level members of the Communist Party from 1948 to 1950. The interior of the castle keeps history alive through a set-up of personal items and materials used by the Kim family.
There is one photo in particular of a young Kim Jongil standing at the foot of the stairs that brings a sense of intimacy to this secretive family.
Opening:Opening date July 1999 Closed N/A (Open all year round)
Operating:Operating
Hours 09:00-18:00Ticketing 09:00-17:20*
Operating:Operating
hours may change by season Parking Facilities Available Admission Fees [Hwajinpo History & Security Museum] Individuals: Adults 3,000 won / Teens 2,300 won / Children 2,300 won Groups: Adults 2,300 won / Teens 1,600 won / Children 1,600 won * Group: 30 people or more * Admission includes Villa of Rhee Syngman, Villa of Lee Ki-poong, Castle of Hwajinpo (Villa of Kim Ilsung) & Ecology Museum * Free admission to persons with a disability and seniors (ages 65 and older) Restrooms Available at parking lot Facilities for the Handicapped Designated restroom & parking, wheelchair rental Parking Fees Free Korean Info.
Service Available (Advanced reservation required at Hwajinpo Tourist Center) Interpretation Services Offered Available - English, Japanese, Chinese (Advanced reservation required at Hwajinpo Tourist Center)
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