Gyeongbokgung Palace

Gyeongbokgung Palace is Seoul's most iconic royal landmark, spanning 4,000 rooms on 432,700 square meters—30% larger than any other Joseon palace. The changing of the royal guard ceremony, performed three times daily at Gwanghwamun Gate, draws over 10,000 visitors per day. With its grand throne hall Geunjeongjeon and the picturesque Hyangwonjeong Pavilion, this 1395-built complex offers an unrivaled historical immersion that surpasses the cultural depth of #2 Bukchon Hanok Village.