Kyungbok Palace was built in 1394, the third year of the Choson Dynasty.
Kunjongjon, the largest and most impressive building in the palace,
served as the throne room and audience hall.
Kyonghoeru, a spacious two story pavilion, overlooks a picturesque
man-made pond just northwest of the throne hall. It served as feasting
hall for gatherings of royal ministers and diplomats. Hyangwonjong, a
secluded pavilion nestled in the middle of a lotus pond at the northern
end of the palace complex, is where the royal family could enjoy special private occasions.
The Kyongbokkung Palace grounds also contain a 10-story stone pogoda from
Kyongch'onsa Temple, one of the most beautiful stone structures in Korea.
Kyungbok Palace is located behind Kwangwhamun and is a 5 minute walk from the Kwangwahmun Station on the Number 3 (Orange) Line.
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