Seoul's Palaces Part 3
Seoul, South Korea
Changdeokgung IntroductionChangdeokgung Palace is composed of public official buildings, the king’s residence, and a backyard garden. Changdeokgung Palace is the only palace in Korea that preserves the architectural style of the Joseon Dynasty. The garden used to be the king’s resting area where 300-year-old trees, pond and pavilion are harmoniously situated. Blue tiles were used only for the palace, which gives an explanation for the blue tiles of the Presidential Residence of Korea.
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Unhyeongung Introduction
This was a private residence of King Gojong's father, the next-to-last king of the Joseon Dynasty. King Gojong was born and grew up here until the age of 12.
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