GyeongbokgungThe jewel of Seoul's five historic palaces, Gyeongbokgung was
built in 1395 by Lee Seong-Gye, founder of the Joseon Dynasty, who
established the city as the capital of Korea. The magnificent
rectangular palace, which now contains the National Folk Museum of
Korea, features Royal apartments and staterooms, gardens and
elegant lotus ponds. The pavilion features on the 10,000 won note.
The palace is in a process of continual restoration as new
archaeological treasures are uncovered and restored to their former
glory.
Address: 1 Sejong-no, Jongno-gu
Website: www.royalpalace.go.kr
Telephone: +82 (0)2 723 42
Transportation: Five-minute walk from exit 5 of Gyeongbokgung station
(Seoul Subway Line 3)
Opening Time: Daily except Tuesdays 9am to 6pm, closes at 5pm
November to February
Admission: 3,000 won (adults 19-64 years old); 1,500 won (children
7-18 years old) |
