Yeongnyeongneung
영녕릉
The tombs of King Sejong and King Hyojong of the Joseon Dynasty.
Contents
11 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Yeongnyeongneung Royal Tombs4:18
Welcome, esteemed travelers and scholars, to a journey not just through physical space, but through the profound depths of Korean history. We are standing at the entrance to Yeongnyeongneung, a sacred and meticulously preserved…
Listen in the app2The King Sejong History and Culture Center4:21
Here, at the King Sejong History and Culture Center, we pause to comprehend the sheer magnitude of the intellect resting in the tomb nearby. King Sejong the Great, the fourth monarch of the Joseon Dynasty, is universally…
Listen in the app3The Forest Path and the Hundred-Ri Exception3:59
As we leave the museum behind and set foot upon the designated path, the atmosphere shifts dramatically. We are now enveloped by a lush, verdant forest, dominated by towering pine trees that seem to stand as silent sentinels…
Listen in the app4The Hongsalmun - The Red Arrow Gate3:51
We now stand before the Hongsalmun, translating literally to the Red Arrow Gate. This striking, minimalist structure is impossible to miss. …
Listen in the app5The Stone Path - Hyangno and Eoro3:31
Having crossed the Hongsalmun, we now find ourselves standing at the beginning of a long, straight stone walkway that leads directly to the main shrine building. This path is known as the Chamdo. …
Listen in the app6The Jeongjagak - The Ritual Shrine3:30
We have arrived at the terminus of the stone path, standing before the focal point of the lower tomb complex: the Jeongjagak. The name of this building derives from its unique architectural footprint. …
Listen in the app7The Neungchim and Stone Guardians3:40
Stepping around to the rear of the Jeongjagak, we finally cast our eyes upward to the Neungchim, the sacred burial mound area. Situated on the crest of the hill, it reigns over the entire complex. …
Listen in the app8The Prophecy and the Relocation3:28
As we admire the serene beauty of Yeongneung in Yeoju, it is crucial to understand that King Sejong the Great was not originally buried here. The story of how this tomb came to reside in this specific location is one of the most…
Listen in the app9Hapjangneung and the Auspicious Site3:24
When the royal diviners finally settled upon this location in Yeoju, they believed they had found the ultimate geometric perfection. The landscape here is a textbook example of 'Baesanimsu,' the golden rule of traditional East…
Listen in the app10The Forest Path of Kings3:34
Turning away from the main burial mound of King Sejong, we now embark upon the Wang-ui Sup-gil, or the Forest Path of Kings. This remarkable trail is not a mere modern addition for tourists; it is a vital, historical artery that…
Listen in the app11Closing2:59
As our journey through Yeongnyeongneung draws to a close and we step out of the shadows of the ancient pines, it is time to reflect upon the profound layers of history we have uncovered today. We began our walk by examining the…
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What is Yeongnyeongneung?
Yeongnyeongneung is a place with 11 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Heritage |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 11 |
| Total length | 40 min 35 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 37.3075, 127.6028 |
| Last updated |
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