Destination: Uireung — a Joseon Dynasty tomb built for kings (Seoul, South Korea)
With my Joseon-Dynasty tomb quest now in full swing, it’s high time for a revisit. Located in Seoul, Uireung is easy enough to reach; while it lacks the sereneness of the more rural tombs, it’s an excellent starting point to learn about the historic elements. As with...
Destination: Hongneung / Yureung — two Joseon Dynasty tombs off the beaten path (Namyangju, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea)
As with many of the other Joseon Dynasty tombs, Hongneung and Yureung are somewhat off the beaten path. Although they’re relatively close to present-day Seoul, they often require a bit of a bus ride to reach. Thankfully, this one’s pretty easy to get to — and a few...
In search of democracy – or – Destination: 5.18 Memorial Cemetery (Gwangju, South Korea)
The 5.18 Memorial Cemetary (국립 5.18 민주묘지, guk-rib min-ju-myo-ji) is a reminder of how much a city – and a country – can change in a short period of time. It’s also a reminder of how new Korea’s democracy is. Lest anyone think Korea hasn’t...
Destination: Taereung and the Royal Tomb Museum (Seoul, South Korea)
In my continuing quest to see every Joseon Dynasty tomb in Korea, I found my way up to Taereung – one of the few within Seoul city proper, and the place where a shiny Royal Tomb Museum can be toured as well. Opened on December 24, 2009, the Royal Tomb Museum...
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