Unhyeongung Palace Travel Guide in South Korea
Scenic spot introduction:
Unhyeon Palace was the political center of the Joseon Dynasty during the era of Heungseon Daewongun (1820-1898). It is located west of the center of the northern half of Hanyang City (now Seoul), South Korea, with Bukaksan Mountain to the north. Unhyeongung Palace is not a palace, but a place where relatives of the royal family live. The family of royal relatives Yi Shiying (1820-1898) once lived here. Emperor Gojong (1863-1907) lived in Unhyeon Palace until he was 12 years old. After the Japanese occupation and the Korean War, Unhyeongung Palace was damaged, leaving only the existing part, which is very small.Attractions distribution:
At present, there are only three remaining buildings in Yunxian Palace, namely Lao'an Hall, Lao Le Hall and Erlao Hall. Among them, Lao'antang and Laoletang were built in 1864, and Erlaotang was built by Emperor Gaozong in 1870.Scenic spot features:
Sightseeing, historic sitesTransportation
Scenic spot location:
Asia>South Korea>Seoul City
How to get there:
Get off at Anguo Station on Metro Line 3, exit from Exit 4, and walk for 10 minutes.
Scenic area map:
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Tickets
Unhyeon Palace ticket price:
Youth (13-24 years old): Individual 300 won/Group (more than 30 people) 250 won
Adults (25-64 years old): Individual 700 won/group 550 won 12 years old or younger
Free for those over 65 and disabled.
Ticket sales will stop 30 minutes before the end of the opening time.
Scenic area opening hours:
November to February 09:00~18:00
March to May, September to October 09:00~19:00
June to August 09:00~20:00
Public holidays: every Monday.
Travel Tips
travelling guideline:
In Unhyeon Palace, you can see the traditional wedding ceremony held by Hanyang scholar-bureaucrats during the Joseon Dynasty, and reenact the ceremony of the 26th King Gojong of Joseon and Empress Myeongseong held in Noletang. Held every year on the third Saturday of April and October. The ceremony of Emperor Gaozong and Empress Mingcheng included six ceremonies: accepting gifts, receiving emblems, announcing the date, registering concubines, personally welcoming them, and sharing the prison.
Best time to visit:
Autumn has less rain and a suitable climate, making it the best time to travel.
Shopping recommendations:
Korean ginseng, electronic products, Korean clothing, jewelry, etc.
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