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Block city

Block city0 : Entrance to Block City where displays block toys
Block city1 : Entrance to Block City with character drawings
Block city2 : Interior view of the entrance to Block City where displays block toys
Block city3 : Interior view of the entrance to Block City where displays block toys 2
Block city4 : Experience zone where children can directly play with displayed blocks in different colors

Basic Information

Overview

Block City is an experiential exhibition space designed to develop understanding of economics and trade for children ages 6 to9 children located at the Korean Economic DevelopmentExhibition Hall in Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul. The Korean Economic DevelopmentExhibition Hall is in the Global Knowledge Exchange & Development Centerwhich is operated by the Ministry of Strategy and Finance. For the convenienceof visitors, the center operates shuttle buses and offersvarious exhibition for free. 


Attractions

The exhibition consists of five spaces, “We are Block City Citizens!”, “Cutty ToyDepartment”, “Colorful Container Terminals”, “Twinkle, Twinkle Trading Port”and “SangSang SsukSsuk Toy Factory”. Children can learn about the fields of economics andtrade easily by using educationaltoys and blocks. 

 

Accessibility 

The entryway has no obstacle or inclines and has tactile paving.The main entrance has an incline which might presentan inconvenience for wheelchair users. The guide map board providesKorean braille descriptions but no voice assistance. Wheelchair rental is availableand the elevator is accessible for all. Restrooms and parkinglots for people with disabilities are highly accessible as well. There is a nursing room with an automatic door located on the 1F. 

Public Transportation

Address
47, Hoegi-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, Korea
Subway
15 min-walk from exit no 3 at Korea University Station (line 6)
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