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World UNESCO Heritage Sites in Seoul
A full list of World UNESCO Heritage sites in Seoul. In 2009, all the royal tombs of Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) were designated as World UNESCO Heritage site. Visit and see it through your eyes the true beauty of Korea.
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Destination List
Jongmyo Shrine 종묘
Listed in 1995, Jongmyo is a shrine dedicated to the spirits of Joseon Dynasty Kings and Queens. Closed every Tuesday.
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Ui reung(Royal tombs of Joseon dynasty) 의릉
Listed in 2009, it is the royal tomb of 20th King (1688-1724, reign 1720-1724) of the Joseon Dynasty, Gyeongjong and his second wife, Queen Seonui (1705-1730). Unlike other tombs, the tombs are not place side by side. Instead, one is behind the other. Closed every Monday.
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Taereung Gangneung (Tombs) 태릉 강릉
Listed in 2009, it houses the tomb of Queen Munjeong, who was a female figure of power and ambition. Closed every Monday.
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Changdeokgung Palace 창덕궁
Listed in 1997, it is the principal palace that Joseon Dynasty Kings stayed for the longest time. Closed every Monday.
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Jeong reung 정릉
Listed in 2009, it is the tomb of Queen Sindeok, the second wife of King Taejo (1392-1398), founder of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). A very unique story with Queen Sindeok makes this place interesting. Closed on Mondays.
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Seon Jeong Neung Tomb 선정릉
Listed in 2009, Seonjeongneung houses the tombs of King Seongjong (1469-1494), his wife Queen Jeonghyeon, and King Jungjong (1506-1544) of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). Closed on Mondays.
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Heonilleung 헌인릉
Listed in 2009, it is the combination of the royal tombs of the 3rd King Taejong & Queen Wonkyeong, and the 23rd King Sunjo & Queen Sunwon. Closed on Mondays.
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