Temporary Palace at Hwaseong Fortress (Hwaseong Haenggung Palace)
화성행궁 · Gyeonggi · Palaces & heritage
A haenggung is a temporary palace where the king and royal family retreated to during a war. Hwaseong Haenggung Palace is the largest one of these, used by the Joseon kings since the time of King Jeongjo (r. 1776-1800). In addition to being used as a shelter during war, King Jeongjo also stayed here during trips to worship at his father's tomb. The palace was the location of a splendid feast held on the 60th birthday of his mother, Hyegyeonggung Hong, and many other events, including award certificates for successful candidates of special national exams. These days, the palace serves as a venue for many traditional cultural performances and activities.
| Type | Palaces & heritage |
|---|---|
| Region | Gyeonggi |
| Address | 825 Jeongjo-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do |
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- Oct 4, 2026 – Oct 11, 2026Suwon Hwaseong Festival
- Feb 12, 2026 – Mar 1, 2027Collection Show: Blanc Black Panorama
- Jul 23, 2026 – Nov 1, 2026Patricia Piccinini: Kinship
- May 1, 2026 – Nov 1, 2026Hwaseong Haenggung Palace Night Opening 2026
