Changgyeonggung Palace
Once a residence for the royal family, this palace combines halls with ponds and tree-lined paths.
Why choose this place
For history with seasonal scenery: halls, a pond and tree-lined paths combine palace viewing with a walk.
Make the most of your visit
View the tiled roofs together with the trees. Seasonal changes transform the colors and shade along the same paths.
Stories from the record
A palace for three queen dowagers
In 1483, Seongjong expanded Suganggung to accommodate three queen dowagers. Together with Changdeokgung it formed the Eastern Palaces, with an important role in family life. Palaces were more than places for official government business.
When the palace became a zoo
A zoo and botanical garden were installed, and the site was renamed Changgyeongwon. Popular outings came at the cost of damage to its royal character. Later restoration recovered its palace name and spaces, leaving overlapping memories.
Read the neighboring palaces together
Compare ceremonial courtyards with more intimate residential areas and the routes between them. Gates, open spaces and connections reveal how several royal households used the complex, beyond the beauty of individual buildings.
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Before you go
Opening hours and closing days can change, so check the official information before visiting.