April 19th National Cemetery (κ΅λ¦½4.19λ―Όμ£Όλ¬μ§)
About
Located at the foot of Bukhansan Mountain, the April 19th National Cemetery was established in memory of the 224 people who lost their lives during the 4.19 Revolution in 1960. The cemetery features a memorial hall and a traditional wooden structure that houses the grave of the historic figure Yu Yeongbong. At the cemetery is a pond surrounded by sculptures such as "Symbolic Door," "Roots of Democracy," and "Sparks of Justice" and a memorial tower bearing an inscription for the brave patriots who lost their lives during the revolution. Groves of pine, juniper, yew, and maple trees and the well-kept hiking path add a natural charm to the overwhelming ambiance of peace and serenity. Many people visit to see the spring blossoms in May, and throughout the year to take in the glorious scene of the sunset over Bukhansan Mountain.
Location
17, 4.19-ro 8-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul (01009)
Operating Hours
[Cemetery] March-October 06:00-18:00 / November-February 07:00-18:00 [Memorial Hall] March-October 09:30-17:30 / November-February 09:30-16:30
Rest Days
[Cemetery] N/A (Open all year round) [Memorial Hall] Mondays (closed next day if Monday is a public holiday)
Admission
Free
Parking
Available
Inquiries
β’ 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) β’ For more info: +82-2-996-0419
Website
419.mpva.go.krRestrooms
Available
Available Facilities
[Main facilities/landmarks] 4.19 Revolution Memorial, memorial monument, memorial altar, exhibition hall, walking path, etc. - Exhibition hall 1F: Exhibition on background and unfolding of 4.19 Revolution 2F: Exhibition of historical artifacts from the 4.19 Revolution - Theater seminar room
Admission Fees
Free