Kulturarv i Gangnam-gu

Cultural Heritage

This collection highlights the historical and spiritual landmarks of Gangnam-gu, centered on the UNESCO-listed Joseon royal tombs. The Seonjeongneung site contains the burial mounds of King Seongjong and King Jungjong, while the Heonilleung complex houses King Taejong and King Sunjo. The ancient Bongeunsa Temple, established in 794, showcases traditional Buddhist architecture. Modern culture is represented by the bronze "Gangnam Style" monument, commemorating the global impact of the K-pop phenomenon in its namesake district.

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Seollleung, the tomb of King Seongjong

Seongjong, personal name Yi Hyeol, was the ninth monarch of the Joseon dynasty of Korea.

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Seonjeongneung

Seonjeongneung is a burial ground from the Joseon dynasty, located in Seoul, South Korea.

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Jeongneung, The tomb of King Jungjong

Jungjong, personal name Yi Yeok, firstly titled Grand Prince Jinseong, was the 11th monarch of the Joseon dynasty of Korea.

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Seolleung / Royal Tomb of Queen Jeonghyeon

Queen Jeonghyeon, of the Papyeong Yun clan, was a posthumous name bestowed to the wife and third queen consort of Yi Hyeol, King Seongjong…

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Bongeunsa Temple

Bongeunsa is a Korean Buddhist temple located in Samseong-dong, Gangnam-gu in Seoul, South Korea.

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Gangnam Style

A large bronze sculpture depicting the crossed-hand gesture from Psy’s 2012 global hit song. Located outside the COEX Convention & Exhibition Center, it commemorates the song's international success and its connection to the district.