Must Visit Historical Places in Seoul
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Bukchon Hanok Village
Historic neighborhood featuring hundreds of traditional Korean hanok houses from the Joseon dynasty, surrounded by major palaces and cultural sites.
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Jogyesa Temple
Historic Korean Zen Buddhist temple established in 1395, serving as the chief temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. It features historic architecture, ancient trees, and hosts cultural events related to Buddhism.
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Gwanghwamun Gate
Built in 1395, this is the main and the largest gate leading to the Gyeongbokgung Palace, the house of the royal dynasty.
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Shrine
The UNESCO-listed Confucian shrine is a huge complex used to commemorate the deceased royalty. Do not miss this elaborate gem.
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Deoksugung Palace
Deoksugung also known as Gyeongun-gung, Deoksugung Palace, or Deoksu Palace, is a walled compound of palaces in Seoul that was inhabited by…
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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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Seonjeongneung
Seonjeongneung is a burial ground from the Joseon dynasty, located in Seoul, South Korea.
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Tours & Activities
Bestseller 4.9 (842) Seoul: Half-Day City Highlights & Palace Tour with Hanbok
Seoul: Insadong & Jogye Temple Cultural Guided Walking Tour
Seoul: Small-Group Walking Tour with Gwangjang Market
Seoul: Small Group Walking Tour of the Historic Center
4.8 (121) Seoul: Gyeongbokgung Palace Half Day Tour
5.0 (1) Seoul: Gyeongbokgung Palace Walking Tour
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