Photo: Seoul Metropolitan Government (KOGL)
Horim Museum, Sillim Main Building
호림박물관(신림본관)
Museum · Gwanak-gu
Horim Museum is the place to take in Goryeo celadon, Joseon white porcelain and more to your heart's content.
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Source: www.horimmuseum.org
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