Changdeokgung Palace is one of the five palaces built by the
kings of the Joseon Dynasty. Construction of Changdeokgung Palace started in
1405, and was completed in 1412. The palace was destroyed during the Japanese
invasion of 1592 and then reconstructed in 1610. Tragedy struck again in 1623
when the palace was set on fire by Korean citizens revolting against the king. The
palace was yet again restored and continued to be plagued by problems and fire
over the next few hundred years. Finally from 1990 – 1999 large-scale
restoration work began. In 1997 Changdeokgung Palace UNESCO list Changdeokgung
Palace as a world heritage site. Unesco stated the reason for adding it to the
list was for it’s outstanding architecture and a design that is in harmony with
the landscape.
At Changdeokgung Palace there are things to see such as
Donhwamun Gate, Geumcheongyo Bridge – Oldest bridge still in existence in
Seoul, built 1411 and Injeongjeon Hall . However the main attraction, in my
opinion, is the Biwon( Secret Garden). Being a 72-acre garden it wasn’t an easy
secret to hide. The King spent a lot of his time here thinking and many high officials
would not dare enter the garden without his permission. In the garden there a
hundreds of different species of trees dating back over 300 years. The garden also incorporates a lotus pond, a
pavilion and landscaped lawns, trees and plants.
*It takes about 2 and a half hour to stroll around the
palace and gardens.
Opening hours: April
- October : 9 am – 6.30 pm
March &
November : 9 am - 5:30 pm
December –
February : 9 pm – 5 pm
Admission Fees:
Changdeokgung Palace: - Adults : 3,000won
-
Children : 1,500won
Secret Garden: - Adults : 5,000won
-Children :
2,500won
Some beautiful views in Changdeokgung Palace:-
Some beautiful views in Secret Garden :-
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