Korea Travel Seoul - ChangDeckGung Palace Huwon Secret Garden (창덕궁 시크릿 가든)

Korea Travel Seoul - ChangDeckGung Palace Huwon Secret Garden (창덕궁 시크릿 가든) (2015 0417)

Address: 99, Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 서울특별시 종로구 율곡로 99 (와룡동)

Open: 0900-1700 Hours

Direction:

Anguk Station, Exit 3.

Secret Garden Tour Schedule:English: 11:30, 1:30, 3:30/ Chinese: 12:30

Changdeokgung Palace’s garden behind the inner hall, called the Huwon Secret Garden, was constructed during the reign of King Taejong and served as a rest area for the royal family members. The garden had formerly been called Bugwon and Geumwon, but was renamed Biwon Garden, or Secret Garden, after King Gojong came into power. The garden was kept as natural as possible and was touched by human hands only when absolutely necessary. Buyongjeong Pavilion, Buyongji Pond, Juhamnu Pavilion, Eosumun Gate, Yeonghwadang Hall, Bullomun Gate, Aeryeonjeong Pavilion, and Yeongyeongdang Hall are some of the many attractions that occupy the garden. The most beautiful time to see the garden is during the fall when the autumn foliage is at its peak and the leaves have just started to fall.

Juhamnu Pavilion

Two story pavilion that served as a library and reading room during the reign of King Jeongjo. The two story pavilion was first constructed in 1776 during the first year of the reign of King Jeongjo.

Eosumun Gate

Eosumun Gate is a small gate that leads to Juhamnu Pavilion.

Aeryeonjeong Pavilion

Aeryeonjeong Pavilion is a small square pavilion located on Aeryeonji Pond. It was first constructed in 1692 during the reign of King Sukjong. The pavilion was originally located on a small island in the middle of the pond. After the island was removed, the building was relocated to its current location on the side of the pond.

Bulromun Gate

Bulromun Gate is a single rock stone gate inside the Huwon Secret Garden. Anyone who passes under is said to be blessed with long life and good health. On the tour, you can pass under it and be blessed with good health and longevity.

Bulromun leads to Aeryeonjeong Pavilion and Uiduhap Pavilion.

Jondeokjeong Pavilion

A hexagonal, two story roof pavilion. On the underside of the painted ceiling are two dragons playing with a wish fulfilling jewel. This jewel is known as a cintamani. The painting is symbolic of total royal authority.