Gyeongbokgung

Gyeongbokgung was first built in 1395 during the early Joseon dynasty. It served as the main royal palace in Seoul.

It is the largest of Seoul's Five Grand Palaces and was the symbolic center of Joseon royal authority. Major palace structures include Gwanghwamun Gate and Geunjeongjeon Hall.

The palace was damaged and rebuilt across centuries, including major destruction during the Japanese invasions of the late 1500s. It was also heavily altered during the Japanese colonial period, and restoration has continued in modern South Korea.

Most visitors enter through Gwanghwamun Gate and continue toward Geunjeongjeon, the main throne hall. The palace grounds also connect well with the National Palace Museum of Korea and the National Folk Museum of Korea.