Gyeonghuigung Palace in Seoul
November 24, 2009
One of the five representative palaces of the Joseon Period, Gyeonghuigung was also referred to as Seogwol, meaning ‘palace in the west’. Unfortunately, during the Japanese occupation, all of its royal halls and buildings were demolished and moved. Although the other palaces suffered similar fates, Gyeonghuigung lost most of its grandeur and never fully recovered despite the fact that many of its structures were restored. Often overlooked on travel itineraries, it still retains a quiet charm and rustic simplicity that makes it unique among the city’s other historic treasures.
Getting there: Take subway Line 5 to Seodaemun Station and hop out Exit 4. The palace is a short 10-minute walk away.
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