Museum SAN
Gangwon-do
Museum SAN, located in Oak Valley near Wonju, South Korea, is a unique cultural destination where art and nature harmoniously coexist. Designed by renowned Japanese architect Tadao Ando, the museum is set along a 700-meter mountain top and features a main building constructed from local honey-colored stone, with interconnected courtyards of circular and triangular shapes. The museum complex includes a welcome center, flower garden, water garden, stone garden, meditation hall, and a dedicated exhibition hall for the light artist James Turrell. The permanent collection features the Hansol Paper Museum, showcasing delicate paper artworks including hair ornaments and maps, and Turrell's immersive light installations such as Wedgework and Ganzfeld. The museum also hosts temporary exhibitions focusing on Korean modern art post-1945, drawing from the private collection of Lee In-Hee, daughter of Samsung’s founding chairman. Museum SAN offers visitors a contemplative experience that celebrates the interaction between human creativity and the natural environment, attracting around one million visitors annually.
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Astuce: To fully appreciate Museum SAN, visit during spring or autumn when the gardens are at their most vibrant. Purchasing tickets in advance is recommended due to its popularity. The museum offers discounts for seniors, students, and groups. Allocate at least two hours to explore both the indoor galleries and outdoor gardens comfortably. Don't miss the James Turrell exhibition hall for a unique sensory experience.
Faits intéressants
- •Museum SAN stretches 700 meters along a mountain ridge, creating a unique linear museum experience.
- •The main building is clad in paju stone, a local honey-colored material that harmonizes with the natural surroundings.
- •James Turrell’s light installations at Museum SAN include immersive works that manipulate perception and light, such as Ganzfeld and Skyspace.
- •The museum receives about one million visitors annually, highlighting its popularity and cultural significance.
- •Museum SAN was shortlisted for the Leading Culture Destinations award in Asia in 2015.
Histoire
Museum SAN was opened in 2013 initially as the Hansol Museum and renamed Museum SAN in 2014.
It was designed by Tadao Ando to create a 'garden museum in the sky' that integrates architecture with the natural mountainous environment of Oak Valley.
The museum is managed by the Hansol Cultural Foundation and is part of a resort owned by the Hansol Group.
Since its opening, it has become a prominent cultural landmark in South Korea, hosting significant exhibitions of Korean modern art and international artists like James Turrell.
Guide du lieu
Main Building2013
The main building consists of four elongated boxes connected by circular and triangular courtyards, clad in local paju stone. It houses the Paper Gallery and Cheongjo Galleries, showcasing permanent collections and contemporary exhibitions.
James Turrell Exhibition Hall2013
Dedicated to the works of American artist James Turrell, this hall features five permanent light installations that explore perception and light, including Wedgework, Ganzfeld, Skyspace, Horizon Room, and Space Division.
Flower Garden
A carefully designed garden space that complements the museum's theme of art and nature interaction, offering visitors a tranquil outdoor experience amid seasonal blooms.
Water Garden
An outdoor water garden that integrates natural water elements with sculptural art, enhancing the sensory experience of visitors.
Stone Garden
A garden featuring natural stone arrangements that reflect traditional Korean aesthetics and the museum's emphasis on natural materials.
Contact
Téléphone: 033-730-9000
