Memorial of the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea
抗美援朝纪念馆
The only museum in China that comprehensively covers the Korean War, known as the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea. It reopened in 2020 after an expansion and renovation.
The Memorial of the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea sits on Yinghua Hill in the north of central Dandong. It was first built in 1958, expanded in 1993, and closed again for renovation and expansion from 2014 to 2020. The museum now consists of a memorial tower, exhibition halls, a panorama gallery, and a national defence education park. The exhibition halls tell the full story of the Chinese People's Volunteers' operations in Korea through a large collection of artifacts, photographs, and recreated scenes. The panorama gallery depicts the Battle of the Chongchon River. Outdoor displays include aircraft, tanks, and artillery. The 53-metre-tall memorial tower is a landmark of Dandong, and from its base you can look over the city and the Yalu River. Admission is free, but you need to book in advance with your ID card or collect tickets on site. The museum is closed on Mondays. Allow 2 to 3 hours for a visit. It gets crowded on public holidays, so it is best to book in advance through official channels.
Opening hours
09:00–16:30 (last entry 16:00); closed Mondays
Nearby sights
- Andong Old Street
- Jinjiangshan Park
- Moon Island
- Yalu River Cruise
- Yalu River Broken Bridge
- Yalu River Park & Sino-Korean Friendship Bridge
- Guomenwan Border Area
- Wulongbei Hot Spring