Gyeongbokgung Palace
Go through Gwanghwamun and let the courtyards set the pace. The palace is a different experience in daylight and after dark.
Culture Seoul
The bell pavilion beside Jonggak links present-day Seoul to the timekeeping rituals of the old city.

Source: Bosingak Pavilion · Image from the credited source. Source
Its best-known moment is the New Year's Eve ceremony, but it is also a worthwhile architectural pause on an ordinary walk. Public bell-ringing experiences follow a separate schedule and may require a reservation.
Practical details last checked 24 Sept 2026
54, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul (Bosingak Pavilion)
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54, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul (Bosingak Pavilion)
Open location in Maps (opens in a new tab)Go through Gwanghwamun and let the courtyards set the pace. The palace is a different experience in daylight and after dark.
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