Gyeongbokgung Palace was built in 1395, three years after the foundation of the Joseon Dynasty.
It was the main royal palace located at Jungno District in Seoul. The palace was the largest of the “Five Great Palaces.”
Mount Bukhan is seen as the backdrop of Gyeongbokgung Palace with Gwanghwamum Gate as the main entrance of the palace upfront.
There are 5 more different gates in the palace, different Ojeon or Outer courts, Naejeon or Inner Courts, Donggung of the palace of the Crown Prince, Pavillions and bridges.
Geuojeongjeon is the throne hall of the King where visitors and audiences come to the hall during the Joseon Dynasty.
One of the events that people would love to see is the changing of the guards in Gyeongbokgung Palace. It is done twice daily when the Sumunjang or royal guard watches over the Gwanghwamun Gate.
How to get to Gyeongbokgung Palace
From the Jongno-3-ga Station, use the Line 3. Tickets are available outside the palace gate.
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