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The Most Interesting Historical Places in South Korea
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Historical Places in South Korea
Bulguksa Temple
, Gyeongju
The head temple complex of Jogye Korean Buddhism, Bulguksa Temple features two exquisite stone pagodas and a gilded bronze statue of Buddha,
DMZ Haemaru Village
, Paju
Take a monorail to explore a blame-game tunnel of DMZ Haemaru Village, the only official venue for meetings between the ROK and DPRK. With th
Changdeokgung Palace
, Seoul
Listed as a World Heritage Site, Changdeokgung Palace represents the main palace of Joseon Dynasty's kings, which shelters lotus ponds, pavil
Hwaseong Fortress
, Suwon
Listed as a World Cultural Heritage Site, Hwaseong Fortress embodies the economic and militaristic power of the Joseon Dynasty at the end of
Gyeongbokgung Palace
, Seoul
Dating back to 1395, Gyeongbokgung Palace served as the residence of the Joseon dynasty rulers, their households, and governments. Though muc
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