28 January 2019

#1676 South Korea


Changdeokgung (Hangul, 창덕궁, 昌德宮; literally, "Prospering Virtue Palace"), also known as Changdeokgung Palaceor Changdeok Palace, is set within a large park in Jongno-guSeoulSouth Korea. It is one of the "Five Grand Palaces" built by the kings of the Joseon Dynasty (1392–1897).As it is located east of Gyeongbok Palace, Changdeokgung—along with Changgyeonggung—is also referred to as the "East Palace" (동궐, 東闕, Donggwol).

Injeongjeon Hall (National Treasure) – The throne hall of Changdeokgung, it was used for major state affairs including the coronation of a new king and receiving foreign envoys. Originally built in 1405, it was rebuilt in 1610 after being burned down during the 1592 Japanese invasion, and a third time in 1804 after being destroyed by a fire.


Date of Inscription on the List of UNESCO WHS: 1997


Thank you, Daniel !

Sent on: November 30, 2018
Received on: December 2018

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