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Injeongjeon, the two-storey throne hall of Changdeokgung, on its stone terrace under a blue sky
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Changdeokgung

Changdeokgung is a Joseon royal palace founded in 1405 east of Gyeongbokgung. Rebuilt after the 1592 invasion, it was the kings' main residence for more than two centuries, its halls set into the wooded hills; the throne hall Injeongjeon faces a stone court, and the rear garden Huwon, with pavilions and ponds, is seen on timed tours. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Opening hours
Mon closedTue–Sun 09:00–17:30

Hours checked October 17, 2026 · source royal.khs.go.kr

When to go

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MonClosed
Tue09:00–17:30
Wed09:00–17:30
Thu09:00–17:30
Fri09:00–17:30
Sat09:00–17:30
Sun09:00–17:30

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Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours of Changdeokgung?

Opening hours: Mon closed · Tue–Sun 09:00–17:30.

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