Seoul(Gwangjin-gu) · Palaces
Achasanseong Fortress
Achasanseongseong Fortress boasts magnificent views of the Hangang River and skyline. The 200m-high mountain fortress wa…
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Palaces and historic sites include Joseon-era palaces such as Gyeongbokgung, fortresses and other heritage sites. Some palaces hold seasonal night openings.
Seoul(Gwangjin-gu) · Palaces
Achasanseongseong Fortress boasts magnificent views of the Hangang River and skyline. The 200m-high mountain fortress wa…
Seoul(Jongno-gu) · Palaces
Injeongjeon Hall is the main throne hall of Changdeokgung Palace. The hall was used for conducting major state affairs,…
Seoul(Jongno-gu) · Palaces
The National Palace Museum of Korea opened in 1992 displaying relics from the Joseon Dynasty [1392~1910]. Over 20,000 ro…
Seoul(Jung-gu) · Palaces
Wongudan (Hwangudan) Altar refers to an altar complex for the rite of heaven. The rites were first performed in the Gory…
Seoul(Jung-gu) · Palaces
Inhwamun Gate used to be the main gate before the main hall, Junghwajeon Hall, was built. The palace was expanded in 190…
Seoul(Songpa-gu) · Palaces
The stone mound tombs in Seokchon-dong were found and investigated as part of the city development project in Jamsil dis…
Daegu(Jung-gu) · Palaces
The Daegu Gyesan Catholic Church was built by Priest Robert, A.P. (1853-1922), who came to Daegu for missionary work. In…
Seoul(Jongno-gu) · Palaces
Baek In-je House, located in Bukchon Hanok Village, is a hanok built during the Japanese administration that showcases m…
Seoul(Jongno-gu) · Palaces
The original name of the Mingadaheon (Min’s club) was Minikduga (Minikdu’s home), but the place was renamed and remodele…
Seoul(Jongno-gu) · Palaces
Located inside Changdeokgung Palace, Nakseonjae Hall is a one-storey structure built in ikgong style (bird wing-shaped e…
Seoul(Dongjak-gu) · Palaces
The rear area of the Seoul National Cemetery is surrounded by the sacred mountain ridges of the Dong Jak region that con…
Seoul(Jongno-gu) · Palaces
Explore Changdeokgung Palace by Night The Moonlight Tour at Changdeokgung Palace with begin on June 1st and run through…