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Taereung and Gangneung Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage]
서울 태릉과 강릉 [유네스코 세계문화유산] · Seoul · Palaces & heritage
Designated as a Historic Site, Taereung & Gangneung Royal Tombs is comprised of two tombs. Taereung Royal Tomb houses the burial mound of Queen Munjeong who was the second queen of King Jungjong, the 11th King of the Joseon dynasty, and Gangneung Royal Tomb houses the burial mounds of King Myeongjong, the 13th King of Joseon dynasty, and Queen Insun. King Myeongjong ascended the throne after his elder brother, King Injong, when he was twelve years old at Geunjeongjeon Hall in Gyeongbokgung Palace in 1545. The king’s mother, Queen Munjeong ruled behind the scenes, acting as guardian for eight years.
| Type | Palaces & heritage |
|---|---|
| Region | Seoul |
| Address | 681, Hwarang-ro, Nowon-gu, Seoul |
| Hours | Feb-May & Sep-Oct 09:00-18:00 / Jun-Aug 09:00-18:30 / Nov-Jan 09:00-17:30 · * Last ticketing is 1 hour before closing. · * Gangneung Royal Tomb access restricted. |
| Closed | Mondays |
| Parking | Available |
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