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Villa of Rhee Syngman (이승만별장(고성))

Villa of Rhee Syngman (이승만별장(고성)) · © KTO · KOGL Type 3

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Villa of Rhee Syngman

Villa of Rhee Syngman (Goseong) is the preserved villa of Rhee Syngman, the first president of South Korea (1948-1960), located in Goseong's coastal area. The villa has been preserved as a Cultural Heritage site, with exhibits on Rhee Syngman's life and Korean modern political history. For travelers seriously interested in Korean modern political history and willing to engage with reflective heritage sites, the villa is one of the cleaner specialty single picks.

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Why go

Villa of Rhee Syngman (Goseong) is the preserved villa of Rhee Syngman, the first president of South Korea (1948-1960), located in Goseong's coastal area. The villa has been preserved as a Cultural Heritage site, with exhibits on Rhee Syngman's life and Korean modern political history. For travelers seriously interested in Korean modern political history and willing to engage with reflective heritage sites, the villa is one of the cleaner specialty single picks.

Quick highlights

  • Preserved villa of first Korean president
  • Rhee Syngman 1948-1960 era
  • Cultural Heritage site
  • Korean modern political history
  • Specialty political-history pick

Visitor services

Restrooms: Available at parking lot Interpretation services: Available - English, Japanese, Chinese (Advanced reservation required at Hwajinpo Tourist Information Center) These service details come from the Korea Tourism Organization and can change — confirm restrooms, interpretation, and reservation requirements on the official channel before you visit.

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FAQ

Where is Villa of Rhee Syngman located?

33, Iseungmanbyeoljang-gil, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do

What are Villa of Rhee Syngman's opening hours?

Opening hours: 09:00-18:00 Ticketing 09:00-17:00 * Operating hours may change by season Hours come from the Korea Tourism Organization and can change by season or holiday — check the official channel before you visit.