4F NAVIGATION HALL
PERMANENT
EXHIBITION HALL
GUIDE
Permanent Exhibition Hall 2
Navigation Hall
The Navigation Hall illuminates the many ways people have
traveled around the world through the development of ships,
navigation tools, and navigational techniques. It also provides
a comparative view of the evolution of maritime vessels and
naval activities in Korea. The exhibition details the development
of global navigation technology, worldwide maritime vessels,
and Korea’s navigation vessels and provides insights into global
maritime powers throughout history, reflecting the idea that
those who dominate the seas dominate the world.
EXHIBITION THEME
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Guiding the Way on the Seas
Various navigation tools were developed and improved to safely and accurately
navigate the treacherous waters of the world. These tools served as guides for
explorers venturing into uncharted territories, who upon their return, instilled
a heightened desire to explore unknown worlds into those around them. -
The Era of Navigation
Throughout history, humans have been curious about what lies beyond the sea’s
horizon. As time went on, more sophisticated ships were required to venture farther
into the unknown. While the forms and characteristics of ships varied across eras
and regions, they gradually evolved to carry more cargo safely and move faster.
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The Seas We’ve Protected
South Korea is surrounded by the sea on three sides, with numerous rivers running
through its inland regions, enabling maritime exchange between different regions
in Korea and other countries. A close examination of the distinctive traditional ships
of various East Asian countries, including those built in Korea, shows the relentless
efforts that Korea has made throughout the years to protect the sea.
