14.9Km 2022-10-05
157, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
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Jongmyodaeje, Korea’s Royal Ancestral Memorial Rite, is a traditional ritual that has been recognized with many important designations. It is a UNESCO Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity, Important Intangible Cultural Property No. 56 (Jongmyo Jerye), and Korea’s Important Intangible Cultural Property No. 1 (Jongmyo Jeryeak). The ritual is held yearly on the first Sunday of May. It begins with eogahaengnyeol, the fabulous royal parade dating from the Joseon dynasy, which is truly a sight to behold as it moves through the modern city.
Jongmyodaeje originated as a royal ancestral ritual to honor the past kings and queens of the Joseon dynasty. During the Joseon era, the ritual was held five times a year (spring, summer, autumn, winter, and December) until it was abolished by Japanese colonial rule. In 1969, Jongmyodaeje was reinstated and has been held in May every year since.
Jongmyo Shrine, the destination of the procession, was the setting of ceremonial rituals during the Joseon dynasty. Originally, Jongmyo only referred to Jeongjeon (Main Hall) where the memorial tablets of Joseon’s reigning kings and queens are enshrined. Today, however, Jongmyo also encompasses Yeongnyeongjeon (Hall of Eternal Peace) where the tablets of posthumous kings and queens are enshrined and Gongsindang (Hall of Meritorious Subjects) where the tablets of esteemed ministers of the state are kept.
14.9Km 2019-03-18
31, Daehak-ro 12-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-766-7623
1m Classic Art Hall, located in Daehang-ro is a classic art experience center exclusively for children. The center provides children with the opportunity to enjoy classical music in a fun and interesting way. In the ‘1m Experience Classic’ program (the oldest children’s classical program in the nation), teachers not only provide interesting mini-music learns, but also assist children in trying out a variety of instruments.
At the performance halls at the 1m Classic Art Hall, the stage is just 1m away from the surrounding seats, giving young audience members a more intimate musical experience.
14.9Km 2021-03-26
53, Seosulla-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-766-8488
It is a place where you can eat a variety of Chinese dishes at reasonable prices. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is sweet and sour pork.
14.9Km 2021-03-19
96, Supyo-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2279-1220
A restaurant located near Tapgol Park. The best menu at this restaurant is coffee. This is a cafe located in Jongno, Seoul.
14.9Km 2024-04-23
53, Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
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14.9Km 2024-06-26
1F~2F, 53, Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
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14.9Km 2021-03-03
23, Toegye-ro 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-751-3191
Lex Hotel is a suitable accommodation for business trips. It is also great for shopping, due to its convenient location by Namdaemun Market, Seoul Station, and Myeong-dong, as well as Korea's major shopping malls like Lotte and Shinsegae Department Stores. The hotel has 110 rooms, offering a view of downtown Seoul. It is also equipped with convenient amenities and restaurants that are ready to fulfill every guest’s needs. The guestrooms feature a comfortable atmosphere with a simple interior.
14.9Km 2021-03-20
23-3, Myeongdong, 4-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-752-4800
A good place to visit when you want to eat hot soup. This restaurant's signature menu is shabu-shabu. This shabu-shabu restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul.