Gyeongbokgung Gyeonghoeru Special Viewing Opened

From the 22nd to October 31st, free 3 times a day
"Majestic and Beautiful Architectural Aesthetics Harmonizing with the Pond"

Gyeongbokgung Gyeonghoeru Pavilion Exterior View

Gyeonghoeru Pavilion (National Treasure No. 224) at Gyeongbokgung Palace, which had been closed due to the spread of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19), will be opened for special viewing.

The Gyeongbokgung Management Office under the Cultural Heritage Administration announced on the 21st that special viewings of Gyeonghoeru will be held from the 22nd until October 31. The tours will be conducted three times a day (10 a.m., 2 p.m., and 4 p.m.) with guidance from professional interpreters. Each viewing lasts 30 to 40 minutes, with a maximum of twenty visitors per session (15 domestic visitors and 5 foreign visitors). Admission is free (separate from the Gyeongbokgung Palace entrance fee).

Gyeonghoeru is a large two-story pavilion built on a pond. It was used by kings to hold banquets with officials or to entertain envoys. It also served as a venue for state ceremonies such as rain prayers. Since 2010, the Cultural Heritage Administration has held special viewings during designated periods. An official stated, “It is characterized by majestic and beautiful architectural aesthetics that harmonize with the pond,” adding, “From the second floor, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Gyeongbokgung Palace to the east and Inwangsan Mountain to the west.”

The special viewing operates by advance reservation. Reservations can be made on the Gyeongbokgung Management Office website starting several days before the desired date. To prevent the spread of COVID-19, the office enforces quarantine guidelines and safety measures. Visitors are required to wear masks, undergo temperature checks upon entry, and maintain a 2-meter safe distance during the tour.

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