Waryong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul
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Changdeokgung Palace (greatest achievement #122) is the second royal villa built after Gyeongbukgung Palace in 1405. Changdeokgung Palace is special because it connects the royal palace buildings of the Joseon Period. The rear garden that was used as a place of rest by the kings, connects one with nature as it occupies a gigantic tree that is over 300 years old, a small pond, and a pavilion. Changdeokgung Palace is comprised of a public palace area, a royal family residence building, and the rear garden.
The palace served as the main building after the 9th king of Joseoun, Seongjong, when a number of kings used this palace as a place of dwelling. However, the palace was burned down during the time of the Japanese Invasion of Korea in 1592. Angry citizens set fire to the palace when it was evacuated during the time of invasion. Thanks to Gwanghaegun, the palace was restored in 1611, where nature and art now flourishes, quite a sight to see for tourists. The palace is filled with cultural assets such as Injeongjeon Hall, Daejojeong Hall, Seonjeongjeon Hall and Nakseonjae to visit.
The World Cultural Heritage Committee also designated Changdeokgung Palace as a World Cultural Heritage in December of 1997 in Napoli, Italy.
Changdeokgung’s rear garden was constructed during the reign of Taejong, and had served as a resting area for the royal family members. The garden was also called Bukwon and Geumwon, but after Kojong became king, he renamed it Biwon. The garden was kept as natural as possible and human hands were only used when absolutely necessary. Buyongjeong, Buyongji, Juhabru, Eosumun, Yeonghwadang, Bullomun, Aeryeonjeong, and Yeongyeongdang are some of the many pavilions and fountains that occupy the gardens. The most beautiful time to see the garden is during the fall when the autumn foliage is at its fullest peak and the leaves start to fall.
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