★ Educational Content
We are doing free tours of Korean traditional palaces and museums for all the foreigners
in Korea. There will be 1 hour of touring and guiding is done by an English speaking history teacher of Marie story.
After that, visitors will spend an hour visiting with Korean children who can explain Korean history.
This is the time for children to develop their English communication skills and experience.

★ Cost
Free for foreign participants and Korean children
Entering and guiding are free of charge

★Time
On the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month there will be a tour 12:30 ~ 14:30

★ Contact us! ★
Reservations: 02 -3673 - 5015 (The reservation is required at least a week in advance)



★ 2009 Monthly Schedule

Jan. 10 / 17 National Folk Museum Subway line3, Anguk Exit.1	The museum illustrates the history from prehistoric times to the end of the Joseon Dynasty. We can learn about 'The Lifestyle of the Korean People' here
Feb. 14 / 28 War Memorial Museum Subway line4, Samgakji Exit.12	Since the foundation of our first kingdom, Gojoseon, many countries have attacked Korea more than 960 times. Sometimes battles were won and other times, lost. However, Korea still has its independence, own language and culture.
Mar. 14 / 28 Jongmyo shrine (The Royal Ancestral Shrine) Subway line 1,3,5	Jongmyo Shrine is a heavily wooded garden containing the royal ancestral tablets of the Josoen kingdom. In 1995, Chongmyo Shrine was appointed to UNESCO's prestigious World Heritage List.
Apr. 11 / 25 Chang-gyeong Palace Subway line4 Haewha Exi.t4 300m	Adjacent to Changdeokkung Palace is Changgyeonggung another well-preserved royal complex with magnificent gates and elaborate bridges, evoking visions of an earlier era.
May. 9 / 23 Gyeong-un Palace(Deok-Su Palace) Subway line1 City hall (exit2),2(exit12)	Originally, Gyeongun Palace was the house of the older brother of King Seongjong. It became the main palace of the Joseon Dynasty after the Imjin war. King Gojong rebuilt it and announced the change of the name of Joseon to Daehanjeguk (Korean Empire).
Jun. 13 / 27 Namsan Hanok Village Subway line3, 4 Chungmuro Exit.3	A house contains the remains of people, and can give us an idea of how they lived. We can learn about the thinking of the Joseon people through the Korean traditional house, Hanok. Namsan Traditional Village is located in downtown Seoul. It shows houses of different classes during the Joseon Dynasty.
Jul. 11 / 25 Seodaemun Prison Subway line3, Dokripmun Exit.5	In 1910, Korea lost its independence. Japan ruled the country for 36 years. Koreans tried to recover their freedom. Many patriots were put in prison. Seodaemun prison was the biggest prison at that time.
Aug. 8 / 22 National Palace Museum of Korea Subway line3 Exit.5	The King and his family were called the Royal family. The Royal family's everything were the role model for every other people, such as clothes, foods, furniture, and other things Joseon Royal household are displayed at the National Palace Museum.
Sep. 12 / 26 Unhyun Palace Subway line3 Anguk Exit.4	Unhyun Palace was the personal house of Heungsun Daewon gun, the father of King Gojong. King Gojong lived in the house until the age of 12 before he became a king. People began calling it Unhyun Palace when Gojong became a king.
Oct. 10 / 24 Gyeongbok Palace Subway line3 Gyeongbok Exit.5	Gyeongbokgung Palace was first built in 1395 by the founder of the Joseon Kingdom. It was the main and largest palace among 5 palaces in Seoul.
Nov. 14 / 28 National Museum of Korea Subway line4 Ichon Exit.2	Visitors can experience Korea's unique culture by viewing artifacts showcasing origins from the Korean culture. This allows people to see how the culture has evolved through different periods of time.
Dec. 12 / 26 Seoul History Museum Subway line5 Kwangwhamun Exit.8 400m	King Taejo overthrew the Goryeo Dynasty and founded the Joseon Dynasty in 1392. It has been the capital of Korea for over 600 years including the 500 years as the capital of the Joseon Dynasty.

★ Marie Story
Marie Story is a tour program designed to teach students about Korean beautiful Palaces and Museums.
Students will gain a better understanding of Korean culture through English.

★ The effect of 'Visiting Program for Foreigners at Korean Traditional Palaces and Museum'
-The program is a great chance for foreigners to experience Korean culture and history. One can learn more about Korean cultural sensitivities and lifestyle. Moreover, getting to know the detailed story of Korean history will make you feel much closer and friendlier toward Korea.
- You can also enlarge your personal Korean relationships with the young teachers of
'Mari story'.
(The teachers are from a variety of different career and educational backgrounds.)
- Marie story children can talk and explain the Korean culture. With this program, you can give them another chance to have more experience.