Getting There - 273 Ttukseom-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul Attractions - Vast, tree-filled park featuring a lake, bike path & roses, plus deer to feed & a butterfly house. nice view specially during autumn season

[Seoul Travel] Korea's Belvedere Palace! Changgyeonggung Palace Grand Greenhouse 🏯🌿

When I looked at it from a distance, the first thought that came to mind was Bellvedere Palace?!! 🏰 Then I visited Changgyeonggung Palace Greenhouse and it was just like, "Wow!" 🌿 Although the scale is relatively small, the exterior emits luxury and sophistication from afar. Inside, there are plants full of refreshing emotions. From small Western and Eastern rhododendrons to babyish plants such as fir and pine trees, the space was full of fun to observe. If you wear an antique outfit, it seems like you will get a honey-like feeling and a perfect shot for life. ㅎㅎㅎ On weekends, families come here to stroll around leisurely, so I didn't feel like there were too many people around. :) How about visiting Changgyeonggung Palace Greenhouse for this weekend's #SeoulDateCourse? 📍Changgyeonggung Palace Greenhouse (185 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul) 💵 Admission fee: Free for under 24 years old, 1,000 won for adults after that. #HotSpot #Changgyeonggung #ChanggyeonggungPalaceGreenhouse #SeoulMustVisit #CoupleDate

🇰🇷 Changgyeong: The Palace of Tragedy

Changgyeong Palace was one of the grand palaces of Joseon dynasty. Lots of tourist usually take a chance to visit there as it is connected and adjacent to Changdoek Palace where is more famous and has been added to the UNESGO World Heritage. BUT since you are reading what I am writing about the Chaggyeong from now on, you might not TAKE A CHANCE to visit there but you might INTENTIONALLY visit there with memorial because of the engraved tragedy behind the palace. Not many people know this. The Changgyeong was where the most tragic story of Joseon dynasty took place. A crown prince, Sado, was executed to death in a small rice chest at this palace by his father King Yeongjo. He was imprisoned in the chest with no food and water for seven days till death. Yeah, it was cruel. But we must understand that his father was pressed to do as Crown Prince Sado was abnormal and killed people in the palace, and his father as the ruler must prioritize the public. But (again) Sado’s abnormality was mainly caused by his father’s mistreatment to him. However, King Yeongjo finally felt so sorry and guilty for the happenings. What a tragic history! This palace might not be special like the others but it is the memorial of discord between father and child. #Korea #historicaltour #Palace #Changgyeong

Blossoms in Changyeonggung

#cherryblossom2024 A little known spot right next to Changdeokgung is Changyeonggung where rows of cherry blossom trees are planted at the back near the veranda areas. Not only do they make for a good sight to shoot photos, they’re pretty shady and great for picnic photos. Pro tip: remember to wear a hanbok in order to gain access to both adjacent palaces for free!

Visit Changgyeonggung Palace in Seoul 🇰🇷

Changdeokgung was used as the secondary palace to Gyeongbokgung for 200 years, but after the palaces were burnt down during the Japanese invasion in the late 16th century, it was the first to be reconstructed and since then served as the main seat of the dynasty for 250 years.

Changgyeongung Palace is one of 5 Joseon dynasty palaces in Seoul. It's set in the same enormous park where's the more famous and beautiful Changdeokgung Palace and it is connected with it. Changgyeongung is included in the "Royal Palace Pass" which for a low fee of 10.000 Won gives access to all 5 palaces (kids under 16 are free). You enter the Palace from the eastern Honghwamun gate (bus stop right across it) or from the Changdeokgung Palace if you visited it first. Changgyeongung Palace consists of four palaces and is little bit younger than others dating back to 15c. In our opinion it was the least interesting Palace we saw, and if you visit it after other Palaces it might be underwhelming, yet still beautiful. TIPS: - free English guided tour at 11 AM (and one afternoon, check on website), - excellent photo op of Seoul from the top of Palace complex staircase.

The botanical garden of 1909

📝Korean Travel Notes Part 13: Changgyeonggung Palace Greenhouse📝 🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️ The ill-fated Changgyeonggung Palace was transformed into a zoo and botanical garden during the Japanese colonial period. The glass greenhouse there is a product of that era and is the earliest botanical garden in Korea, built in 1909. 🖼️🖼️🖼️🖼️ The entire glass greenhouse still doesn't look outdated even today, and it even looks a bit dreamy in the beautiful Changgyeonggung Palace garden. I don't know if it's a filming location for a Korean drama, but it feels strangely familiar. Visited on September 15, 2019

Can't choose a cover for Changgyeonggung

📝Korea Travel Notes part12: Changgyeonggung📝 🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️ Changgyeonggung is the third palace built after Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung, mainly for the use of the royal elders. The purpose of building Changgyeonggung was to expand the living space, not for the consideration of handling government affairs, so the palace is different from the previous two palaces in terms of scale and layout. The widely circulated stories of Jang Hui-bin and Queen Inhyeon, King Yeongjo and Crown Prince Sado all took place in Changgyeonggung. 🖼️🖼️🖼️🖼️ The palace was built in 1483, later destroyed in the Japanese invasions of Korea, and Changgyeonggung was rebuilt by Gwanghaegun in 1616. ⚠️The Myeongjeongjeon that can be seen today is the original from 1616, and it is over 400 years old today⚠️. Having already visited Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung, I originally thought that Changgyeonggung would not be too interesting, but the actual visit was quite amazing. Especially the back mountain and garden part, the scenery is super good, and I met many Koreans taking wedding photos here. Visited on September 15, 2019

I love autumn the most

📝Korean Travelogue part14: Changgyeonggung Palace Garden📝 🖼️🖼️🖼️🖼️ The garden of Changgyeonggung Palace is too beautiful, it is worth a separate post. Many locals are walking by the lake, the trees on the back mountain are dense, and you can occasionally encounter an ancient tower or stele, and the pavilion is faintly visible in the shade of the trees. ☀️☀️☀️☀ The even better part is the pleasant climate. I really like the temperate monsoon climate, it feels too comfortable. Visited on September 15, 2019

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Changgyeonggung Palace was originally built as Suganggung Palace by the 4th ruler of the Joseon Dynasty, King Sejong (r.1418-1450), for his retiring father, King Taejong. It often served as residential quarters for queens and concubines. During the reign of King Seongjong (r.1469-1494), the palace was renovated and renamed to Changgyeonggung Palace. It later became a park with a zoo and a botanical garden during Japanese colonial rule. #wintergetaway #wintergetaway