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Gyeongbokgung (Gyeongbok Palace) was originally built in 1395, by the Korean architect Jeong Do-jeon. It is the biggest and most spectacular palace in Korea, and Seoul's premier tourist attraction. If you only have time to visit one of Seoul's five palaces, make it this one, as it is a truly magical place.
Gyeongbokgung was built by King Taejo to be the main palace of the Joseon dynasty. It was burnt down during the Japanese invasion of 1592 and left in ruins until it was restored by King Gojong in 1868. At one time there were 330 buildings in the palace complex. Many of these are being reconstructed. They are currently rebuilding the kitchen area.
The Korean alphabet, known as Hangeul, was created inside this palace, in the fifteenth century, under the reign of King Sejong.
The National Folk Museum is next door.
Opening hours: March-October 09.00-18.00
November-February 09.00-17.00
The entrance fee is 3,000 won. Leave a Comment Address: 1-1 Sejong-no, Chongno-gu, SeoulPhone: 02 732 1932Directions: 10 minutes' walk from Gyeongbokgung Station. Stop 26 on Seoul city tour bus route.
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Gyeongbok Palace was the Main Palace of the Chosun dynasty until it got destroyed in 1592 during the Japanese Invasion. Founded in 1394 by King Taejo (who destroyed the Goryeo Dynasty in Kaesong), this was the base of the Joseon Dynasty. (the last Dynasty of Korea). In 1867, some of the building were reconstructed but was again destroyed by the japanese during the occupation except for 10 buildings. Today the palace is open to the public, and houses the National Folk Museum of Korea. The National Museum of Korea was there too, until it was relocated to Yongsan-gu in 2005.
Admission :
3,000 won adults, 1,500 won children
Hours of Operation :
09:00~17:00, 18:00
Closed Tuesdays Address: 22 Sajik-dong Jongno-gu SEOULPhone: 02-3700-3900Directions: Gyeongbokgung Station, Line 3, exit 5
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 Hyangwonjeong, Gyeongbukgung.
Photo Aaron Irving by Hmmmm
Anyway, some History: Gyeongbokgung Palace was the main residence and palace of the royal family during the Korean Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910), and boasts an impressive 600 years of history. Built by King Lee Seonggye (ruled 1392-1398), founder of the Joseon Dynasty, the palace was completed in 1395 after the capital of the nation was changed from Gaeseong to Hanyang (currently Seoul). The huge area of Gyeongbokgung Palace includes the 'Geunjeongjeon', the main hall where official ceremonies took place and government officials could see the King, the 'Gyeonghoeru', where banquets were given for diplomatic reaons, and 'Hyangwonjeong', an artificial island created inside a pond. Also located within the palace is the National Folk Museum, to help further the understanding of the lives of Korea's ancestors.
Check it out for sure.
I will make a more indepth travel logue for this palace. later... :o) Leave a Comment Address: Anguk Dong. Kang Buk, SeoulDirections: Take the Purple Subway line (Line number 3) and get of at Kanghwamun or the orange line (line number 5) and get out at Gyeongbukgung Station. Voila you will see the Palace. Or stroll toward it via Insa Dong (Mary's Alley).
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 Gyeonhoeru at the palace
complex by kdoc13
There were five Palaces of the Chosun Dynasty in Seoul, and like I said, this is the most impressive of them. The best feature of it is Gyeonhoeru. A 2 story pavilion that seems like it is floating on a man made lake. A great way to get a feel for Korean History, should not be missed. Leave a Comment
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It was at this palace where the Japanese Ninja assassins killed the queen in 1909 because she was encouraging the king to resist the egregious plots of the Japanese diplomats. The cottage where she was murdered along with her hand maidens is in the far right corner. Near that cottage you will find a garden plot where traditional Korean vegetables are grown. The buildings have been destroyed three times during Japanese invasions, so that not much of what you see is original, but painstakingly restored. In 1995, the Korean people celebrated 50 years of independence from the tyranny of Japan by beginning to remove the Japanese built marble and granite museum from the grounds. It has now been replaced with a museum more in keeping with the traditional building concept.
In the center of the quad area is one large building surrounded by water. It was here that past kings held dances and parties. It is also here, and in the National Folk Village that many of the scenes for the historic television dramas are filmed. Directions: Subway line 5, Kwangwamun station will deposit you close to the American Embassy and in sight of the main gate. Subway line 3, Gyungbeok kung Station will also do it, but the walk is actually farther. I always get off at Kwangwamun.
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 15th Century Guards Parade at
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Admission Fee : 3000won
Open : 09:00~18:00
Closed : Tuesdays Leave a Comment Address: 1, Sejongno, Jongno-gu, SeoulPhone: 02-732-1931Directions: Subway Line 3, Get off at Gyeongbokgung Stn, Exit 5Website: www.visitseoul.net/
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Gyeongbokgung ( 경복궁) is the main palace in Seoul and sits in the heart of the city. It was constructed in 1394, but like most other historic sites in Korea, it has been destroyed by the Japanese 2 or 3 times. The pavilion that is surrounded by water on the west side of the palace (called the Gyeonghoeru Pavilion) appears on the back of the Korean 10,000 won note. A key draw at Gyeongbokgung is the changing of the guard ceremony which occurs several times a day.
Cheong Wa Dae, or the Korean President's "Blue House," sits to the rear of Gyeongbokgung, and on the original grounds of the ancient palace. It was established as the Korean president's residence in 1948. Gyeongbokgung also houses the National Folk Museum which can be visited with the same ticket for the palace.
When the Japanese occupied Korea, they constructed their governor-general's house in the middle of Gyeongbokgung to show their superiority over the Korean people. After the Japanese departed, the Koreans used this building as their national museum, but it was finally torn down in 1993 to restore the palace to its original glory. Unfortunately this meant the national museum had no home, until the Americans gave up some land at the Yongsan Army Garrison south of Namsan. The new National Museum finally opened around 2005.
Admittance to Gyeongbokgung is 3,000 Won for foreign adults.
Each November, there is a re-enactment of the traditional ceremony to pray for a good silk work harvest held at Gyeongbokgung. Leave a Comment
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 by JDwernychukLeave a Comment Address: heart of seoulDirections: gwanghwamun, subway line 5 so you can enter in the main gate
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This impressive wooden building on a stone base was the throne room where the Chosun kings conducted their business. This series included one image of the beautiful detail under the eaves and one of papasan and mamasan in traditional dress visiting this national heritage site. Leave a Comment
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