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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
Sungnyemun Gate
The monumental southern gate of old Seoul is an architectural stop within easy reach of Namdaemun's market streets.
- Location
- 40, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
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A place worth knowing
Its restored timber structure and stone base tell a story of both survival and reconstruction. Check the opening arrangements for the grounds; seeing the gate from outside is different from entering the managed site.
Practical details last checked 24 Sept 2026
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Sungnyemun Gate
40, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
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40, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
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