Gwanghwamun

광화문(光化門)은 경복궁의 남쪽에 있는 정문이다. ‘왕의 큰 덕(德)이 온 나라를 비춘다’는 의미로 광화문(光化門)이라 이름 지었다. 1395년에 세워졌으며, 2층 누각인 광화문 앞의 양쪽에는 한 쌍의 해태 조각상이 자리잡고 있다. 광화문의 석축부에는 세 개의 홍예문이 있다.

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Tas (✿╹◡╹)

Incredible landmark . Visit the Sejong King museum underground. Great views of the mountains surrounding Seoul. Recommend to visit both at day and night!

Magdalena Mrázková

One of the most iconic monuments of Seoul that was in many Korean movies . It’s much more huge and wast than it seems from the photos and it’s always crowded , but it’s a must see when you’re in Seoul

Aesun Kim

Beautiful historical monument , you could spend a good 1-2 hours here enjoying the scenery and taking pictures. A MUST SEE if you had to choose just one historical site during your stay.

Korea Travel Guide

Gwanghwamun is the main and largest gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace . The royal changing of the guard ceremony is held in front of the main gate every hour from 10:00 to 15:00. It takes about 15 mins. Read more

korea photo

Gwanghwamun was first constructed in 1395 as the main gate to Gyeongbokgung Palace , the main and most important royal palace during the Joseon Dynasty. Read more

Ibrahem

A must go if you're in Seoul. You don't need a guide to appreciate the aesthetics of the place. 8/10

Nick K

Better to go in the evening, it looks amazing then.

Gary Lee

Historical place, Korean drama "Iris" has been use here as a "major battle place"

William Kan

This place needs no introduction, every tourist will come and it worths your time.

Syifa Diandra Satria

the castle is really big, and the view is really great. For tourist its a must visiting place if u go to seoul.

Katariina K.

a must see place and it's the most beautiful during the night!

Russell Hirschorn

Gate in front of the palace and in front of the square. Closed on Tuesdays.

Sandra Oh

A must visit! Gives u access to Gyeongbok Palace ... The statue of the Great King SeJong and General Lee Su Shin

Aisha Wong

They have a big palace

Jernej

Nice view from the city side, gives you the mix of old and new.

Moe Fahad

Beautiful place don't forget to take pictures with the guards

리야 아레바로

super nice place :) you can have photo ops with the guards , and watch the Changing of the Guards ceremony

Raven Amos

They have historical cityguard march on the hour.

Angelito Montes

Nice place for taking pics ex some historic themes....

Andrew O BC 翁

Truly great scenic views

Ugur Kagan Dinçsoy

A must see.. Top 10 in Seoul..

Alexey Kuryavsky

Must visit in Seoul

Riana Omar

Scenic view 💜

Ji Gopi

Nice palace

Meanwho Lee

Typical Tourist Spot but we all need to be here once in a life. Cuz it's so beautiful.

Aizi Razak

Impressive & serene.

Hobin Choi

Night of seoul is beautiful.

SP

Changing of the guards was interesting!

 Deon Parcon

Let the ceremony started and get ready your camera flashing

Jonathan Kramer

A must see.

korea photo

In front of Gwanghwamun Kyobo Building Read more

성현 김

광화문은 경복궁의 정문이다. 광화문은 조선의 법궁에 해당하는 궁궐의 정문으로서 다른 궁궐들의 정문과는 달리 돌로 높은 석축을 쌓고 그 위에 중층구조의 누각을 세워서 마치 성곽의 성문과 같은 격식으로 장대하게 지어졌다. Read more

Gocasso H.

서울의 중심. 봄날 광장이 가장 아름답다.

turux1

観光 客多い(自分もその内の一人)。前回の韓国旅行では夕方に行ったので門が閉じてた記憶。今回は中に入れて韓国独特の着物?着た人達の守門将交代式を見ることができた。光化門のさらに先の門をくぐるには 3000ウォンを支払う必要がある。有料の門の先に行くと池 があったりとかなり広い。何か凄い既視感だったけど実は中に入ったことがあるかも ...

성현 김

광화문은 조선의 법궁에 해당하는 궁궐의 정문으로서 다른 궁궐들의 정문과는 달리 돌로 높은 석축을 쌓고 그 위에 중층구조의 누각을 세워서 마치 성곽의 성문과 같은 격식으로 장대하게 지어졌습니다.

B.E.K

Sarayın güney kapısı. Gwanghwamun Kapısı üç kemerli kapıdan oluşur;orta kapı kral tarafından,diğer ikisi veliaht ve kraliyet yetkilileri tarafından kullanıldı.Gece ışıklandırması ile görülmeye değer.

Darleny Lopez

El castillo es hermoso, grandísimo, hay que ir con zapatos cómodos porque se va caminar mucho. No se pierdan el espectáculo que es el cambio de guardia.

Mariya Novikova

Огромный дворец с парковой зоной . Несколько раз в день проводят церемонию смены караула. Очень много народу !

cico

儀式が終わると写真 撮影に応じてくれます。

Tatiana 2millionsrabbits

Аудио гид погружает в императорскую эпоху. Интересно, познавательно и безусловно красиво!)

無對 淡寂

대한민국 1번지!!!

korea photo

Gwanghwamun (Hangul: 광화문; Hanja: 光化門) is the main and largest gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace, in Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea. Read more

Eudiza Quevedo

Renta un hanbok y prepárate para sentirte princesa de dorama

Zanndor Real Romo

Corea es simplemente fascinante

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Olga Shidlovskaya

Красиво очень

종인 최

이순신장군님 동상을 보는 것만으로도 이미 감격.

kangome

경복궁 야간개장 추천

DY Oh

세종대왕과 이순신 동상과 사진도 찍고 외국인분들을 위한 관광 안내소도 있어요~

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밤에 보면 조명이 어울어져서 그렇게 멋있답니다 ^^

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