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Klimt, Monet, Warhol and more delight visitors citywide
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An indoor exhibition is a smart way to stay cool during hot summer days. Here are two exhibitions presenting Western art in Busan for you:
■ Gustave Klimt Replica Exhibition, until Aug.11 at Busan Citizen’s Hall
Busan Citizen’s Hall hosts an exhibition showcasing high-quality replicas of Gustave Klimt's work until Aug. 11. The Austrian painter is among the most celebrated artists in history. Fifty pieces, including the well-known "The Kiss," will be presented at the exhibition. Tickets cost 8,000 won for adults and minors and 5,000 won for elementary school students. For details about tickets and more, visit the official website of the Busan Citizen's Hall.
◎ Busan Citizen’s Hall: 16 Jaseong-ro, 133beon-gil, Dong-gu
■ Monet to Warhol, until Oct. 27 at the Busan Cultural Center
The Busan Cultural Center hosts “Monet to Warhol” until Oct. 27. The show looks at 400 years of Western art history, from the 17th century to contemporary art.
A pre-recorded audio guide by star docent Kim Chan Yong will be provided free of charge. Don’t forget to bring headphones to help you better understand the art pieces and the history of Western art. Tickets cost 20,000 won for adults, 16,000 won for minors, and 12,000 won for children aged 3 to 13. To book tickets, visit the Naver booking website below.
After Busan, the exhibition will move to Jeju Island and Seoul.
◎ Busan Cultural Center: 1 UN pyeonghwa-ro, 76beon-gil, Nam-gu
◎ Tickets: booking.naver.com/booking/5/bizes/1167501
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