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Gyeongbokgung PalacevsChanggyeonggung Palace
Both are rated very highly by experts. Overall, Gyeongbokgung Palace scores significantly better than Changgyeonggung Palace. Gyeongbokgung Palace ranks #2 in Seoul with approval from 8 reviews including Afar Magazine, Lonely Planet and Michelin Guide.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Fodor's
Frommer's
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Afar Magazine
Michelin Guide
Time Out Time Out
Independent
161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
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Fodor's "A must-see for anyone interested in history and architecture, Gyeongbokgung is the most visited tourist site in Korea so crowds can be dense." Full review
Frommer's "Of the five grand palaces built during the Joseon Dynasty, this was the largest and most important one." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Two of the grandest architectural sights in Seoul are here." Full review
Lonely Planet "One of the most impressive structures within Seoul's main palace Gyeongbokgung, this large pavilion rests on 48 pillars and overlooks an artificial lake with two small islands." Full review
Lonely Planet "The main palace building of Gyeongbokgung stands on a double-tiered stone platform with surrounding open-sided corridors." Full review
Afar Magazine "Gyeongbok-gung Palace, Seoul: these gardens and buildings in the middle of this frenetic city date back to the 1390's." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"Gyeongbokgung, a royal palace built in the 19C on the ruins of the former city of kings (late 14C) of the Joseon Dynasty, was damaged in the early 20C during the Japanese occupation." Full review
Time Out "Known as the 'Northern Palace', Gyeongbokgung is the largest and most well known of the five palaces. " Full review
Time Out "Hidden inside Gyeongbokgung Palace, Jibokjae is one of the oldest and, possibly, the most visually stunning public libraries in Seoul" Full review
Independent "Gyeongbokgung Palace is the diamond at the heart of Seoul, the main royal palace dating from 1395 and dripping with history."
Changgyeonggung Palace Frommer's Lonely Planet Fodor's Michelin Guide Afar Magazine
185 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
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Frommer's "Various events (tea ceremonies, reenactments for the king's birthday, marriage ceremonies) are held at the palace on select weekend days." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
". The oldest surviving structure is the 15th-century Okcheongyo stone bridge over the stream by the main gate." Full review
Fodor's "Changgyeonggung stands out for its quiet beauty." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Not to be missed, particularly when the garden's cherry trees are in bloom." Full review
Afar Magazine "while it's not as impressive as some of the other royal enclaves in Seoul, the grounds are green and tranquil." Full review
