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Changdeokgung Palace Complete Guide: A Joseon Dynasty Palace in Harmony with Nature, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

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  A peaceful view of Donhwamun, the main gate of Changdeokgung Palace. Changdeokgung Palace: The Art of Harmony Between Nature and Royal Architecture (UNESCO World Heritage Site) Dear readers, hello! Today, I would like to introduce Changdeokgung Palace , one of Korea’s most beautiful and historically significant royal palaces. Located in Jongno-gu, Seoul, Changdeokgung is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that represents the aesthetics of the Joseon Dynasty and its deep harmony with nature. Together, we’ll explore its cultural treasures such as Donhwamun Gate, Injeongjeon Hall, and the Rear Garden (Huwon), while uncovering the history and meaning behind them. Many visitors are familiar with Gyeongbokgung Palace, yet some may be hearing about Changdeokgung for the first time. From Incheon International Airport, you can conveniently reach Changdeokgung in about one hour and fifteen minutes by taking bus No. 6011. Let us now begin our journey into the heart of this timeless palace. ...

A Trekking Guide to Suwon Hwaseong: Walk Through King Jeongjo’s Dream — Top 5 Routes, Night Views & Photo Spots

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UNESCO Suwon Hwaseong and the adjacent fortress village                                                                           Introduction: Exploring the Inner Structure, Fortress Trekking Routes, Photo Spots, and Seasonal Highlights Hello, dear readers! Today, I’d like to continue our story of Suwon Hwaseong from where we left off last time.In the previous post, we took a spontaneous trip to Suwon Hwaseong Fortress and experienced the charm of this UNESCO World Heritage Site through first impressions. At the end of that story, I promised to introduce the fortress in more detail—including its internal structure, scenic trekking routes, top photo spots, and the best times to visit by season. Today, I'm keeping that promise. This article will take a deeper dive into Suwon Hwaseong, offering practica...