SEOUL, November 5 (AJP) - A couple of exhibition rooms and halls at the Gyeongju National Museum, which were used as the main venues for last week's Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in the southeastern city, are set to open for general admission, starting this week.
Capitalizing on the momentum from the city's successful hosting of the multilateral gathering, the museum is running a special exhibition from Thursday through the end of next month, featuring the actual tables where global leaders met, official diplomatic protocol items, and memorabilia from various sideline meetings and events.
Visitors will be allowed to tour the summit's various venues including those where President Lee Jae Myung met with U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. They can also take photos at several photo zones set up throughout the museum.
Located in the heart of the city, once the capital of the ancient kingdom of Silla that flourished for over 1,000 years, the museum is known for its rich collection of artifacts and other relics of historical and cultural significance.
"We are pleased to present this special exhibition, offering visitors an immersive journey into the spaces and atmosphere of the recently concluded summit," said the museum's director Yoon Sang-deok, expressing his excitement.
Meanwhile, another exhibition there showcasing ornate, gold-plated ancient crowns has become a hit after news spread that a replica was among the lavish gifts given to Trump during his visit. Swamped with hordes of visitors, the museum has capped daily admissions at 2,250, allowing only 150 people per session.
* This article, published by Aju Business Daily, was translated by AI and edited by AJP.
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