Gyeongbokgung Palace

Built in 1395 during the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910), Gyeongbokgung Palace is also commonly referred to as the Northern Palace because its location is furthest north when compared to the neighboring palaces of Changdeokgung (Eastern Palace) and Gyeongheegung (Western Palace) Palace. Gyeongbokgung Palace is arguably the most beautiful, and remains the largest of all five palaces.

The premises were once destroyed by fire during the Imjinwaeran War (Japanese Invasion, 1592-1598). However, all of the palace buildings were later restored under the leadership of Heungseondaewongun during the reign of King Gojong (1852-1919). Remarkably, the most representative edifices of the Joseon Dynasty, Gyeonghoe-ru Pavilion and Hyangwonjeong Pond, have remained relatively intact. Woldae and the sculptures of Geunjeongjeon (The Royal Audience Chamber) represent past sculptures of contemporary art. The National Palace Museum of Korea is located south of Heungnyemun Gate, and the National Folk Museum is located on the eastern side within Hyangwonjeong.
 

Address: 37, Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Phone: 0082-2-37003900

Website: www.royalpalace.go.kr

Opening hours: 09:00-18:30 operating hours are subject to change depending on months, closed on Tuesday

Fees: (ages 19 to 64) 3000 won, (ages 7-18) 1500 won / children under 6 &seniors above 65: free

Transport: Gyeongbokgung Palace Station (Seoul Subway Line 3), Exit 5 OR, Gwanghwamun Station (Seoul Subway Line 5), Exit 2