Deoksugung, also known as Gyeongun-gung, Deoksugung Palace, or Deoksu Palace, is a walled compound of palaces in Seoul that was inhabited by members of Korea's royal family during the Joseon monarchy until colonial period around the turn of the 20th century. It is one of the "Five Grand Palaces" built by the kings of the Joseon Dynasty.
Deoksugung Palace is special among Korean palaces. It has a modern and a western style garden and fountain. The Changing of the Royal Guard is in front of Daehanmun (Gate) is a very popular event for many visitors. The royal guard was responsible for opening and closing the palace gate during the Joseon Dynasty. Outside of the palace is a picturesque road with a stone wall.
Deoksugung Palace is special among Korean palaces. It has a modern and a western style garden and fountain. The Changing of the Royal Guard is in front of Daehanmun (Gate) is a very popular event for many visitors. The royal guard was responsible for opening and closing the palace gate during the Joseon Dynasty. Outside of the palace is a picturesque road with a stone wall.
Address
Daehanmun Gate at Deoksugung Palace
99, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
Daehanmun Gate at Deoksugung Palace
99, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
Performance Times
11:00-11:40 / 14:00-14:40 / 15:30-16:30
* No performance on Mondays
Admission/Participation : Free
Duration of Performance : 30 minutes
Open to visitors of all ages
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