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Seoul City Half Day Tour Gyeongbok Palace Guard Changing Ceremony
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Morning Seoul City Tour|09:00 (09:00)
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Afternoon Half Day City Tour|13:00 (13:00)
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Jogyesa Temple Details
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The Jogyesa Buddhist Temple is one of the most important landmarks of Korean Buddhism, first established all the way back in 1935. The temple is located in downtown Seoul and is graced by an ancient white pine tree. There are a few important steps to entering the temple.
First, you must go through “Iljum”, which is the one pillar gate. The “Iljumun” symbolizes the division between the world of the living and that of the holy Buddha world. You will have a beautiful spiritual experience and be able to admire the splendid, golden statues.
40 minutes
Gyeongbokgung Palace Details
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Changing of the Guard Ceremony – witness a spectacular Korean tradition
You will see the meticulously choreographed ceremony that takes place in front of Gwanghwamun Gate. This tradition originated during the Joseon Dynasty and the city decided to bring it back for reenactment in 1996. The soldiers wear colorful blue and red uniforms and gracefully patrol the gates of the palace in protection of the king. The tradition is very elegant and simply beautiful to watch!
Gyeongbok Palace (Except Tuesdays) – live like a royal
Next up on our Seoul City Tour is Gyeongbokgung Palace. This was the main home of the Joseon Dynasty constructed in 1395. This is a stunning building with 7,700 rooms! The palace did take a few hits over the years, which makes it all the more interesting to see today!
Some of the highlights here are Gangnyeongjeon, the king's main quarters, Geunjeongjeon where the king accepted formal visits, Gyeonghoeru – the special banquet hall, and more!
1 hour
The National Folk Museum of Korea Details
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The National Palace Museum of Korea was initially established as the “Korean Imperial Museum” in 1908; however, it was renamed and relocated many times throughout its history.
Today the museum holds approximately 45,000 artefacts and royal treasures from Joseon Dynasty palaces and the Korean Empire. In addition, you can find 14 of South Korea's National Treasures located here.
With 500 years of history on display, you can get a real sense of the past and discover what it was like to live as a Joseon King and Queen.
30 minutes
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Ginseng Museum & Shopping
30 minutes
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