Meet the Natural Monument Mandarin Ducks at Gimpo Jangneung

Joseon Royal Tombs Western District Office Photo Exhibition Held

The Joseon Royal Tombs Western District Office of the Cultural Heritage Administration will hold a photo exhibition at Gimpo Jangneung from the 31st of this month to the 7th of next month, showcasing mandarin ducks alongside the beautiful four-season scenery. The exhibition features various photos of mandarin ducks at Gimpo Jangneung taken by the Korea Wild Bird Protection Association.

Gimpo Jangneung is the tomb of Wonjong, posthumously honored as the father of the 16th Joseon king Injo, and Queen Inheon. It is the best-preserved circular royal pond among Joseon dynasty royal tombs. Various aquatic flora and fauna, including the mandarin duck, a natural monument, inhabit the area. Since 2016, the Joseon Royal Tombs Western District Office has been working closely with the Korea Wild Bird Protection Association to protect the bird species residing at Gimpo Jangneung.

The commemorative photo exhibition is open to the public from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. On the 7th of next month, visitors can also enjoy the 'Royal Tomb Photo Studio' event. Professional photographers will take commemorative photos with Jangneung as the backdrop and provide printed copies. Visitors who share their photos on social networking services (SNS) will receive a frame to preserve their photo as a gift.

The Joseon Royal Tombs Western District Office stated, "We hope to share the well-preserved appearance of Gimpo Jangneung and the diverse flora and fauna with many visitors," adding, "We will continue to promote the cultural, natural, and intangible heritage within the Joseon royal tombs through various methods."

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