See Any Places – Ancient Site, Historical Site, and Historical Building
Buyeo Gungnamji Pond, Jeongnimsaji Temple, and Busosanseong Fortress, South Korea
The Gungnamji Pond is Korea’s first artificial pond and was created by King Mu from the Baekje Dynasty. The Jeongnimsaji temple has the granite pagoda from the late Baekje period and has been designated National Treasure No. 9. The Busosanseong Fortress is a mud fortress dating from the 6th century set on a forested mountain.
Gongju Magoksa, the Mountain Temple, South Korea
Magoksa is a head temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism in Gongju, South Korea. The temple was established in 640 by Vinaya Master Jajang Yulsa.
Gongju Gongsanseong Fortress, Tomb of King Muryeong, and Hanok Village, South Korea
Gongsanseong Fortress served as the royal palace of the Baekje Kingdom for the sixty-four years of the Ungjin Period (475-538 CE). The Tomb of King Muryeong is the ancient tumulus of King Muryeong, who ruled the Baekje from 501 to 523, and his queen. The Hanok Village has a model house of old-style Korean dwellings.
Suwon Fortress Wall and Traditional Market, South Korea
Walking another part of the Suwon Fortress wall and looking through the Suwon Traditional Market.
Mongchontoseong Fortress, Seoul Hanseong Baekje Museum, and Seoul Olympic Museum of Art
Mongchontoseong Earthen Fortification is an ancient earthen rampart dating from the Baekje kingdom. Seoul Hanseong Baekje Museum displays artifacts found in Baekje kingdom. Seoul Olympic Museum of Art shows various art pieces.
Coex Mall, Bongeunsa, and Seonjeongneung in Seoul
Coex is a huge modern underground mall. It has an “Instagrammable” library. It has lots of dining and shopping options. Bongeunsa is a Buddhist temple located next to Coex. It was founded in 794 CE. The Seonjeongneung is the burial grounds of two Joseon Dynasty kings and one Joseon queen.
Seodaemun Prison History Hall, Seoul
Seodaemun Prison History Hall is a museum and former prison in Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea. The prison was opened on October 21, 1908, under the name Gyeongseong Gamok. During the Japanese colonial period, it was mainly used to jail people who fought for the independence of Korea.
Gyeongbokgung Palace, Seoul
Gyeongbokgung Palace, or Gyeongbok Palace, was the main royal palace of the Joseon dynasty. Built in the year 1395, it is located in northern Seoul, South Korea.
Changdeokgung Palace and Nakseonjae in Seoul, South Korea
Changdeokgung Palace was the second royal villa built following the construction of Gyeongbokgung Palace in 1405. It was the principal palace for many kings of the Joseon dynasty and is the most well-preserved of the five remaining royal Joseon palaces. Nakseonjae is located inside Changdeokgung Palace and it was the residence of the king and his wife.