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Bosingak Pavilion

The bell pavilion beside Jonggak links present-day Seoul to the timekeeping rituals of the old city.

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54, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul  (Bosingak Pavilion)
Bosingak Pavilion: large bell inside the decorated pavilion

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A place worth knowing

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

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Bosingak Pavilion

54, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul  (Bosingak Pavilion)

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54, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul  (Bosingak Pavilion)

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