Changdeokgung Palace Donhwamun Gate
창덕궁 돈화문
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Gwanghwamun
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Find the gate that serves as the entrance to and exit from Changdeokgung Palace, an impressive and majestic structure
Majestic main gate of the Joseon Dynasty king
The main gate of Changdeokgung Palace, the largest of the palace gates. It was built in 1412 and named meaning 'strengthening education'. It was burned down during the Imjin War and rebuilt in 1609 to its current form before being designated a national treasure in 1963. The two-story, pavilion-shaped wooden structure is located in the southwest and is known for its stunning red plum blossoms and autumn leaves in the spring and fall, respectively.
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