Do you know Gyeongbokgung Palace?

• Let's look at 6 questions.

Q1. Where is Gyeongbokgung Palace?
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It's in downtown Seoul and there is nearby city Hall
Take subway Line 3 and get off at Gyeongbokgung station.

Q2. Whay is Gyeongbokgung Palace?
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Gyeongbokgung, also known as Gyeongbokgung Palace or Gyeongbok Palace -- is a royal palace located in northern Seoul, South Korea. First constructed in 1395, later burned and abandoned for almost three centuries, and then reconstructed in 1867, it was the main and largest palace of the Five Grand Palaces built by the Joseon Dynasty. The name means "Greatly Blessed by Heaven"

Q3. How old is this palace?
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It was built over 600years old.
It was restored to its original tate in the 1990s.

Q4. Why has Gyeongbokgung been built and rebuilt so many times?
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It was left in ruins after the war with Japan in the 16th century.
It was rebuilt completely in the 19th century.
Most halls and pavilions were destroyed during the Japanese colonial rule.

Q5. What else could do we enjoy?
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There is a shop that lends traditional costumes. Wearing traditional costumes and walking the streets will be a good experience.

Q6. Could I get some tips?
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Oh Sure. It is currently open at night. Gyeongbokgung that you see at night can gives a different feeling.