Enjoy Cultural Events at Joseon Royal Tombs in Autumn

Photo Exhibitions Held at Donggureung, Seooreung, and Jangneung

Geonwonneung Silver Grass

The Cultural Heritage Administration's Royal Tombs and Relics Headquarters announced on the 20th that cultural events will be held at the Joseon Royal Tombs bathed in autumn sunlight.

At Donggureung in Guri (Historic Site No. 193), the Geonwonneung tomb chamber (the burial site of the royal tomb owner) will be open from the 27th of this month until the 15th of next month. Geonwonneung is the tomb of Taejo Yi Seong-gye. It is the only Joseon royal tomb covered with silver grass on its mound. According to Taejo's will, it is said to have been relocated from his hometown, Hamheung.

At Seooreung in Goyang (Historic Site No. 198), Myeongneung will be open on the 28th. This tomb enshrines King Sukjong and his second queen, Queen Inhyeon, and third queen, Queen Inwon. Visitors can learn about their lives and the history of the Joseon royal tombs from cultural heritage guides.

Mandarin ducks inhabiting near Jangneung in Gimpo

At Jangneung in Gimpo (Historic Site No. 202), where King Wonjong and Queen Inheon rest, a "Our Migratory Birds" photo exhibition will be held from the 24th of this month until the 1st of next month. About thirty photos of migratory birds and landscapes will be displayed under the theme "Wetlands and Birds." Approximately sixty species of birds, including natural monuments such as the goshawk, Eurasian eagle-owl, and mandarin duck, inhabit this area. An official stated, "We hope this will serve as an opportunity to raise awareness about the protection and management of natural monuments and the importance of natural heritage."

The events at Donggureung and Seooreung require advance reservations. The Jangneung event is open for free viewing. For more details, please refer to the Joseon Royal Tombs website.

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