Silla: Gold and the Sacred

Name: Silla: Gold and the Sacred
Start: 2026-05-02
End: 2026-08-31
Location: Special Exhibition Hall, Musée Guimet, Paris, France

신라, 황금과 신성 Silla:l’Or et le Sacré

Presented at the Musée Guimet to commemorate the 140th anniversary of Franco-Korean relations, this exhibition offers Europe's first comprehensive view of Silla's achievements. It traces the history and culture of this kingdom over nearly a thousand years, from its emergence through the unification of the Three Kingdoms to its decline. Among the masterpieces are the golden crown and belt from Gyeongju, the gold sword of Gyerim-ro attesting to international exchanges, and Roman glassware from Cheonma Tomb. Buddhist artworks, including various statues, accompany rare manuscripts, including Hyecho's travel journal 《Record of the Journey to the Western Regions》 held at the French National Library. The experience culminates in a recreation of the Seokguram Grotto, allowing visitors to immerse themselves three-dimensionally in Silla's profound spirituality and artistry.

Book on the official site

Dates: May 2, 2026 → Aug 31, 2026
Venue: Special Exhibition Hall, Musée Guimet, Paris, France · 🏯 Gyeongju
Price: Free
Ticketing: Official museum site

Practical information

Opening hours: 2026-05-02 ~ 2026-08-31
Age: All audiences
Exact location: Musée Guimet - Asian Arts Museum, Paris (Special Exhibition Hall)
Organiser: National Gyeongju Museum, Musée Guimet - Asian Arts Museum
Phone: 054-740-7548

🎟️ How to book — Official museum site

1
Check opening hours on the museum's official site
Many Korean national museums close one day a week, often Mondays — worth checking before you make the trip.
2
Book a time slot for the most popular exhibitions
The most anticipated temporary exhibitions sometimes limit access to online time-slot reservations, especially on weekends.
3
Permanent collections are often free
Only certain special or temporary exhibitions charge admission — the permanent collection itself is free to enter at most national museums.
4
Book ahead for groups or guided tours
School groups and guided tours generally need to be booked directly with the museum ahead of the visit.

💡 Good to know

Many Korean national museums close one day a week (often Mondays) — check before you go.