PHOTOS: Exploring Latin American culture, artworks

SEOUL, July 30 (AJU PRESS) - The Latin American Cultural Center in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, has become a mandatory stop for diplomats from Latin American and Caribbean countries.

Founded by former diplomat Lee Bok-hyung, the center showcases a vast collection amassed during his three decades of diplomatic service in Latin America. Visitors can explore the center's rich exhibits to gain a deeper understanding of Latin American history and culture.

As a hub for cultural events and special exhibitions, the center has solidified its reputation as a must-visit destination for newly appointed Latin American ambassadors to Korea.

Various Latin American masks on display at the Latin American Cultural Center in Goyang Gyeonggi Province on July 30 2024 These are part of the collection amassed by Director Lee Bok-hyung during his diplomatic career in Latin America AJU PRESS Park Jong-hyeok — Various Latin American masks are on display at the Latin American Cultural Center in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, on July 30, 2024. AJU PRESS Park Jong-hyeok

Exhibits related to Argentina on display at the Latin American Cultural Center in Goyang Gyeonggi Province on July 30 2024 AJU PRESS Park Jong-hyeok — The Argentina section at the Latin American Cultural Center in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province. AJU PRESS Park Jong-hyeok

Argentine silver ornaments on display at the Latin American Cultural Center on July 30 2024 AJU PRESS Park Jong-hyeok — Argentine silver ornaments are on display at the Latin American Cultural Center on July 30, 2024. AJU PRESS Park Jong-hyeok

Altar on display at the Latin American Cultural Center in Goyang Gyeonggi Province on July 30 2024 AJU PRESS Park Jong-hyeok — An altar is showcased at the Latin American Cultural Center in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, on July 30, 2024. AJU PRESS Park Jong-hyeok

Large Latin American mural installed at the Latin American Cultural Center in Goyang Gyeonggi Province on July 30 2024 AJU PRESS Park Jong-hyeok — A Latin American mural installed at the Latin American Cultural Center in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, on July 30, 2024. AJU PRESS Park Jong-hyeok

Latin American solar calendar sculpture installed at the Latin American Cultural Center in Goyang Gyeonggi Province on July 30 2024 AJU PRESS Park Jong-hyeok — The Latin American solar calendar sculpture installed at the Latin American Cultural Center in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, on July 30, 2024. AJU PRESS Park Jong-hyeok

View of outdoor sculptures at the Latin American Cultural Center in Goyang Gyeonggi Province on July 30 2024 AJU PRESS Park Jong-hyeok — Outdoor sculptures at the Latin American Cultural Center in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province. AJU PRESS Park Jong-hyeok

Founder director Lee Bok-hyung reads Latin American literature in the research room of the Latin American Cultural Center in Goyang Gyeonggi Province on July 30 2024 AJU PRESS Park Jong-hyeok — Latin American Cultural Center founder Lee Bok-hyung/ AJU PRESS Park Jong-hyeok

Founder director Lee Bok-hyung and Mrs Hong Gap-pyo pose warmly for a photo at the Latin American Cultural Center on July 30 2024 AJU PRESS Park Jong-hyeok — Lee Bok-hyung and his wife Hong Gap-pyo pose for a photo at the Latin American Cultural Center on July 30, 2024. AJU PRESS Park Jong-hyeok

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PHOTOS: Exploring Latin American culture, artworks

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