Paju Book City (파주출판도시)
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145, Hoedong-gil, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do
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Paju Book City (파주출판도시)
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www.pajubookcity.org (Korean, English)
www.bookcity.or.kr (Korean only) - overview
Located in Paju, Gyeonggi-do, Paju Book City is a giant cultural complex, belonging to the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism. It is home to 250 publishers with over 10,000 workers. It covers the entire process of publishing from planning to printing and distribution.
Asia Publication Culture & Information Center houses book cafes, used bookstores, galleries, and restaurants, hosting diverse exhibitions and forums; Tan Tan Story House, run by Yeowon Media specializing in illustrated storybooks for children, is a cultural center for children with a performance hall, a gallery, and a book café. Other notable attractions include Yeolhwadang, Chameleon (BIR Publishing’s book outlet), Darakwon Book Café, and Moongongsa Book Café. The first floor of Paju Book City is full of book stores and cafes.
Visitors should note that some stores are closed on weekends and during holidays and generally operate 09:00-18:00. Aside from bookstores and cafes, Paju Book City also boasts many attractions. In a corner of the Asia Publication Culture & Information Center grounds is an elegant hanok (traditional Korean house) that boasts both traditional beauty and modern touches.
- expagerange
Open to visitors of all ages
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Library, Used book store, Forest of wisdom, reading in the gallery, International Publishing Forum, East Asia Book seminar and workshop, Children's book party, Paju Editor School, and many more
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• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-31-955-0050 - parking
Available
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Varies by publication company
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Varies by facility (Refer to the website)
- Admission Fees : Free
- Restrooms : Available
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