This huge performing arts center caught our eyes when we walked along Gwanghwamun Square, heading North toward the Gyeongbokgung Palace. On the square’s West side, the 6-story building, with three underground levels, displays traditional Korean architecture, along with modern elements. We decided to delay our visit to the palace and to go into the Center after we saw the entrance to a museum in one of its underground levels behind the statue of King Sejong on the square. Free, the museum offers two exhibition halls, one devoted to King Sejong and the other to Admiral Yi Sunshin, both important men in Korea’s history. Each hall was so well curated that we ended up staying for 1 hour rather than the anticipated few minutes. Hungry, we stayed even longer in the Center to have a Korean lunch at one of its many restaurants. Returning from the palace, we decided to visit the Center again. This time, we looked around the lobby, which was well maintained and included a ticket counter for the various events held here, such as concerts, art exhibitions and operas. We sat for a while, drinking tea at a table near a small snack bar before leaving for the Gwanghwamun Subway stop in the square. It provides easy access to the Center.

Sejong Performing Arts Center is a world-class auditorium worth visiting if you're into the arts or music. I attended a performance by the Korean Contemporary Dance Theater - a performance worth every bit of the 10,000 won I paid for the ticket. It was a mesmerising glimpse into the world of Korean modern dance. Enjoyed every moment. Prices for most concerts and performances seem reasonable. I purchased my ticket 1 1/2 hours before the show, when the box office opened.