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Seonjeongneung Royal Tombs

Wooded royal burial grounds offer an unexpected change of pace among Gangnam's office streets.

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1, Seolleung-ro 100-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Seonjeongneung Royal Tombs: royal burial mound and stone monuments

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A place worth knowing

The site brings together the tombs associated with King Seongjong, Queen Jeonghyeon and King Jungjong. Follow the marked paths, allow time to walk between the separate burial areas and check seasonal opening hours before going.

Practical details last checked 24 Sept 2026

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Seonjeongneung Royal Tombs

1, Seolleung-ro 100-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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1, Seolleung-ro 100-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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