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Goyang West Five Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (고양 서오릉 [유네스코 세계문화유산])

334-32 Seooreung-ro, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Explore the peaceful grandeur of Goyang West Five Royal Tombs, a UNESCO site that showcases five significant Joseon Dynasty royal tombs. Here, you can walk among centuries of history, imagining the life of Korea's royalty. Visitors should expect a calm, immersive outdoor experience that takes about an hour. This site is perfect for history enthusiasts and culture lovers seeking a quiet moment of reflection. Plan your visit anytime, though mild weather in spring or autumn enhances the tranquil atmosphere.

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Goyang West Five Royal Tombs is an important historical site comprising a cluster of five royal tombs from the Joseon dynasty, located in the western region. This significant group include the tombs of Crown Prince Uigyeong (1438-1457), the eldest son of King Sejo, at Gyeongneung; King Yejong at Changneung; Crown Prince Sunhui at Sunchangwon; Queen Ingyeong at Ingneung; King Sukjong at Myeongneung; and Queen Jeongseong at Hongneung. Touring these sites typically takes about an hour. Additionally, there's a walking trail behind Ingneung, allowing visitors to enjoy the surrounding forest in spring and summer, as well as the vibrant maple trees in autumn.

Information

Phone

+82-2-359-0090

Website

royal.khs.go.kr

Hours

February-May 07:00-18:00June-August 07:00-18:30September-October 07:00-18:00November-January 07:00-17:30 * Last admission is 1 hour before closing

Closed

Mondays (Closed the following day if Monday falls on a public holiday)

Parking

Available

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