Seokguram (Jinhyeon-dong, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do) — Seokguram, located on Tohamsan Mountain, is the representative stone temple of Korea. The official name of Seokguram, National Treasure No. 24, is Seokguram Seokgul. Designated as a World Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1995, it is an artificial stone temple made of granite. The construction was started by Kim […]
National Museum of Korea (137 Seobinggo-ro, Seobinggo-dong, Yongsan-gu) — this is the largest museum in Korea and houses precious Korean cultural assets that tell the story of Korea’s fascinating history, from ancient times to the modern era. In addition to galleries with a wide array of national and international pieces, the National Museum of Korea […]
National Folk Museum of Korea (37 Samcheong-ro, Sejongno, Jongno-gu, Seoul) — this is a national museum of South Korea, located within the grounds of the Gyeongbokgung Palace in Jongno-gu, Seoul, and uses replicas of historical objects to illustrate the history of traditional life of the Korean people. Through the displays, visitors can learn about the […]
Jongmyo Shrine (157 Jong-ro, Hunjeong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul) — Jongmyo is a Confucian shrine dedicated to the perpetuation of memorial services for the deceased kings and queens of the Korean Joseon Dynasty. According to UNESCO, the shrine is the oldest royal Confucian shrine preserved and the ritual ceremonies continue a tradition established in the 14th century. […]
Hwaseong Fortress (1-2 Jangan-dong, Paldal-gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi-do) — Hwaseong Fortress or Suwon Hwaseong is a fortification surrounding the center of Suwon, the provincial capital of Gyeonggi-do, in South Korea. It was built from 1794 to 1796 by King Jeongjo of the Joseon dynasty to house and honor the remains of his father, Prince Sado. The […]
Heunginjimun (288 Jong-ro, Jongno 5(o).6(yuk)ga-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul) — Heunginjimun, literally “Gate of Rising Benevolence” or more commonly known as Dongdaemun, is one of The Eight Gates of Seoul in the Fortress Wall of Seoul, a prominent landmark in central Seoul. During the Joseon Dynasty, Heunginjimun Gate was one of eight city gates along the historic […]
Hallasan (Jeju Island) — Hallasan is a shield volcano on Jeju Island of South Korea. It is the highest mountain in South Korea. The area around the mountain is a designated national park, the Hallasan National Park. Hallasan is commonly considered to be one of the three main mountains of South Korea, along with Jirisan […]
Haedong Yonggungsa (86 Yonggung-gil, Gijang-eup, Gijang, Busan) — Haedong Yonggung Temple is a seaside Buddhist temple in Gijang-gun, Busan, South Korea. The temple was built in 1376 by the teacher known as Naong during the Goryeo Dynasty, and was originally known as Bomun Temple. Unfortunately, the temple was destroyed by fire during the Japanese invasion […]
Gyeongbokgung Palace (161 Sajik-ro, Sejongno, Jongno-gu, Seoul) — Gyeongbokgung, also known as Gyeongbokgung Palace or Gyeongbok Palace, was the main royal palace of the Joseon dynasty. Built in 1395, it is located in northern Seoul. The South Korean government has invested much time and effort into rebuilding, restoring, and maintaining the palace for future generations. […]
Gwanghwamun (161 Sajik-ro, Sejongno, Jongno-gu, Seoul) — Gwanghwamun is the main and largest gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace, in Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea. It is located at a three-way intersection at the northern end of Sejongno Gwanghwamun Gate went through several damages and restorations over the course of history. It was first severely damaged during the […]