Must Visit Historical Places in Jongno-gu
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Bukchon Hanok Village
Historic neighborhood featuring hundreds of traditional Korean hanok houses from the Joseon dynasty, surrounded by major palaces and cultural sites.
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Jogyesa Temple
Historic Korean Zen Buddhist temple established in 1395, serving as the chief temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. It features historic architecture, ancient trees, and hosts cultural events related to Buddhism.
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Gwanghwamun Gate
Built in 1395, this is the main and the largest gate leading to the Gyeongbokgung Palace, the house of the royal dynasty.
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Shrine
The UNESCO-listed Confucian shrine is a huge complex used to commemorate the deceased royalty. Do not miss this elaborate gem.
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Unhyeongung
Unhyeongung, also known as Unhyeongung Royal Residence, is a former Korean royal residence located at 114-10 Unni-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul,…
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