Changdeokgung
Changdeokgung is a palace located in Seoul, South Korea. It is one of the "Five Grand Palaces" built by the Joseon Dynasty.
Changdeokgung is also known as the palace of illustrious virtue. It was built in 1405, burnt to the ground during the japanese invasion in 1592 and reconstructed in 1609. For more than 300 year Changdeokgung was the site of the royal seat. It is located in Seoul
The surroundings and the palace itself are well matched. Some of the trees behind the palace are now over 300 years old. Changdeokgung was added to the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1997.
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