2024

DONGGUREUNG - NINE TOMBS FROM THE EAST

Necropolis and Catacomb to visit
A group of nine tombs in a vast park, inviting you to stroll and picnic ... Read more
 Seoul
2024

SEOOREUNG - FIVE TOMBS FROM THE WEST

Necropolis and Catacomb to visit
Complex of tombs northwest of Seoul, on the edge of Gyeonggi-do, housing ... Read more
 Seoul
2024

ROYAL TOMBS OF SEOLLEUNG AND JEONGNEUNG

Necropolis and Catacomb to visit

Located in the middle of the modern district of Gangnam, these 2 tombs represent a pleasant haven of greenery. The statues in front of the tumuli may be quite imposing, but the detour is only necessary if you have never visited other royal tombs. Here lie Seongjong, the ninth king of Joseon (1469-1494) and his second wife, Queen Yun (the king had no less than 10 concubines and 27 children). Near them, their son Jungjong, the eleventh king of the dynasty (1506-1544).

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 Seoul