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We recommend this article to those who want to deeply understand the historical significance of Deoksugung Palace or enjoy the beautiful panoramic view of the Jung District. It will be especially useful information for those who want to directly explore the historical site of the Jungmyeongjeon, where the Eulsa Treaty was signed, and view the scenery of the Jung District, including Deoksugung Palace, from the Jung Observatory.
Overall Review
Deoksugung Palace and the Jung Observatory are attractive places where you can feel both the history and the present of the Jung District. At Jungmyeongjeon, you can vividly experience the site of the painful history of the Eulsa Treaty, and from the Jung Observatory, you can take in the beautiful scenery of Deoksugung Palace and the Jung District at a glance with a wide-open view. Both places will offer visitors a deep impression and a special experience.
Travel tips
- Jungmyeongjeon is located separately from the main Deoksugung Palace complex, so you need to follow separate signs to get there.
- When visiting the interior of Jungmyeongjeon, you must change into slippers to protect the floor before entering.
- The Jung Observatory is located on the 13th floor of the Seoul City Hall Seosomun Building, and you can enjoy the view while using the cafe ‘Darak’.
Related Areas/Places
- Deoksugung Palace
- Gyeongbok Palace
- Jeongdongjin Observatory
- Seoul City Hall Seosomun Building
- Jung District
- Seoul
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Jungmyeongjeon is a historic site where the Eulsa Treaty was signed in 1905, and its exhibition rooms, which recreate the situation at the time, offer a deep resonance to visitors. In particular, Exhibition Room 2, which recreates the scene of the signing of the Eulsa Treaty with hyperrealistic figures, allows visitors to vividly feel the tense atmosphere of that time. In addition, Exhibition Room 4 reconstructs the activities of the envoys to The Hague through video, allowing visitors to glimpse the Korean Empire’s efforts to regain sovereignty.
After visiting Jungmyeongjeon, we recommend visiting the Jung Observatory, located a 3-minute walk away. Located on the 13th floor of the Seoul City Hall Seosomun Building, this observatory offers a panoramic view that encompasses Deoksugung Palace, Seokjojeon, Gyeongbok Palace, and the area around Seoul Station. The refreshing view through the large windows provides a special感動 (emotion/impression) to visitors, and you can also spend leisurely time at the cafe ‘Darak’. An illustrated map that may help with your Deoksugung Palace tour is also available at the observatory.
Seoul This article provides detailed information about the historical significance and attractions of Deoksugung Palace and the Jung Observatory. It contains a variety of information, including the historical background and exhibition content of Jungmyeongjeon, as well as the beautiful scenery and usage tips for the Jung Observatory, which will be of great help in planning your trip to Seoul. You can find more photos and detailed reviews of your visit in the original article.
