Attraction
Changgyeonggung Palace
창경궁
Seoul
Located in the heart of Seoul, Changgyeonggung Palace was originally built as Suganggung Palace by the 4th ruler of the Joseon dynasty, King Sejong (r.1418-1450), for his retiring father, King Taejong. It often served as residential quarters for queens and concubines. During the reign of King Seongjong (r.1469-1494), the palace was renovated and renamed to Changgyeonggung Palace. It later became a park with a zoo and a botanical garden during Japanese colonial rule. The palace grounds remained this way until 1983 when restoration of its old grace was completed.
Source: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 1 (Attribution)
Details
- Address
- 185 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
- Website
- royal.khs.go.kr/cgg
