Changdeokgung
창덕궁 · 서울특별시
A Joseon dynasty palace located in Seoul, South Korea.
Contents
13 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Changdeokgung
Welcome, esteemed traveler. I am delighted to be your guide today through the magnificent grounds of Changdeokgung. …
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We begin our journey at Donhwamun, the majestic main gate of Changdeokgung. Take a moment to stand back and admire this imposing two story wooden pavilion. …
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Just a short walk inward from the main gate, your path is intersected by a beautifully crafted stone bridge. This is Geumcheongyo. …
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Having crossed the purifying waters of the Geumcheon stream, we now approach our second gate, Jinseonmun. The name translates beautifully to the Gate of Advancing Goodness. …
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We now stand before Injeongmun, the Gate of Benevolent Rule. This gate is the final threshold before entering the most formal and awe inspiring space in the entire palace. …
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Rising majestically at the far end of the courtyard is Injeongjeon, the Hall of Benevolent Rule. This is the Beopjeon, the supreme main throne hall of Changdeokgung. …
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Stepping away from the overwhelming grandeur of the main throne hall, we move eastward into a slightly more intimate, yet equally fascinating space. We are now standing before Seonjeongjeon, the Hall of Disseminating Governance. …
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Right next to the blue roofed council hall lies Huijeongdang, the Hall of Joyful Governance. This massive complex served as the king's private bedchamber and his informal, everyday working office. …
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Passing behind the king's residence, we enter the most secluded and private domain of the palace: Daejojeon, the Great Creation Hall. This was the official residence of the Queen, the beating heart of the inner court. …
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Leaving the heavy, tragic atmosphere of the main palace complex, we walk toward the eastern boundary to find a space that feels entirely different. This is Nakseonjae, the Hall of Joyful Goodness. …
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We now cross the threshold into the most celebrated and restricted area of Changdeokgung: the Huwon, the royal rear garden. Historically known as the Secret Garden, this vast expanse of forests, hills, and hidden pavilions makes…
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As we walk deeper into the primeval forest of the Huwon, the air grows cooler, heavily scented with pine needles and damp earth. Our next stop is Yeongyeongdang, a complex that looks startlingly similar to Nakseonjae. …
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As our journey through Changdeokgung comes to an end, and we make our way back out of the deep, shaded valleys of the Secret Garden toward the bustling streets of Seoul, I invite you to reflect on what we have witnessed today. We…
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What is Changdeokgung?
Changdeokgung is a place in 서울특별시 with 13 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 서울특별시 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 13 |
| Total length | 39 min 47 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 37.5794, 126.9917 |
| Last updated |
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