The Kyongbok Palace, alias Gyeongbokgung Palace, is one of the largest and most beautiful palaces in Seoul. The palace was constructed in the 14th century as the Joseon dynasty’s main royal palace. The palace still continues to mesmerize the visitor’s minds with its beauty. The palace has stood the test of time and has seen destruction and damage. The palace was built by the Joseon Dynasty and was the cornerstone of their kingdom. This palace was the dwelling for the kings belong to Joseon Dynasty as well as their government. Parts of the place was demolished by Imperial Japan in the 20th century and was gradually restored to its present form. The restoration process was handled by the government of Korea for keeping the wooden palace with the same beauty for future generations. It is now one of the beautiful palaces in Seoul. The National Folk Museum and the National Palace Museum are situated in the palace premises. The palace grounds are huge and many locals, as well as tourists, enjoy walking around the beautiful palace and taking lots of pictures.
The Kyongbok palace is a worth visit site for anyone who enjoys history or historical locations. Originally, the palace had 330 buildings and housed around 3000 staff for serving the royal family. The palace itself is huge and filled with stories and history that are best revealed by walking around the different areas. The various buildings and the different gates, all have their own stories to tell and they all are complemented by the beauty of the palace grounds itself. The palace has four entrances: Gwanghwamun gate at the south, Sinmumun gate at the north, National folk Museum gate at the east, and the Yeongchumun gate at the west.
The Palace has multiple gates for entry
Bus ( Green Circulating number 3) from Seoul City Centre to Kyongbok Palace, it takes 18 to 20 minutes and costs 700KRW.
Taxi from Seoul City Centre to Kyongbok Palace, it takes 2 to 5 minutes and costs 5500 to 6500KRW.
Subway from the Eujiro 3-Ga station to the Gyeonbokgung Station, it takes 20 to 25 minutes and costs 1250 to 1400KRW. There is a 9 minutes (804 meters) walk from Gyeonbokgung Station to the palace.
January to February, November to December:
Sunday : 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Monday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
March to May, September to October:
Sunday : 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
June to August:
Sunday : 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Monday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Waiting Time
No
Entrance Fee
Adult (19 to 64)- 3,000KRW / 2.400KRW ( group, 10 or more )
Youth (7 to 18)- 1,500KRW / 1,200KRW ( group, 10 or more )
Senior citizen (65 above)- Free
Child (6 and below)- Free
Time you can spend
2 to 3 hours
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