Heyri Art Valley ( 헤이리 예술마을 )

Korean artists of various field of work such as writers, painters, actors, architects and musicians constructed the cultural town of Heyri. Within this community, there are residences, workrooms, art galleries and museums. Artists make a living by opening exhibitions, trading or selling their artworks. Currently, there are about 40 museums, exhibitions, concert halls and bookstores, and around 30~40 more are expected to be added. Abbout 10 cafes and food courts are included in these buildings for the convenience of visitors.

Heyri Artvalley was constructed to blend in with surrounding structures. The local construction regulations require all buildings to be no more than three stories tall. Just by glancing at these buildings you will admire their artistry since architects constructed each building with its own unique characteristics.

HAS III Art Gallery and the field of reeds by the central lake were filming locations for the romantic comedy, “Everybody Has Secrets (2004)” starring Lee Byung-hun & Choi Ji-woo.