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65 _ Places Changdeokgung Palace palace was reconstructed during the reigns of King Seonjo (r. 1567-1608) and Gwanghaegun (r. 1608-23), most of the structures were destroyed again in the coup that overthrew Gwanghaegun in 1623, and were rebuilt by 1646. Unfortunately, this was not to be the last fire, but Changdeokgung nevertheless served as the royal residence for the kings of Joseon from 1611 to 1872. During the turbulent period of the late 19 th century, the king moved from one palace to another until the royal family returned to Changdeokgung in 1907. Until 1989 the palace was the residence of the last surviving member of the royal family, Princess Yi Bang-ja. She lived until the age of 87, being a firsthand witness and humble survivor of the turbulences of modern Korean history. Another feature that distinguishes Changdeokgung Palace from the others are the royal garages which still house the first car in Korea, a Cadillac brought in 1903 by its proud owner, King Sunjong. Changdeokgung's biggest attraction is, however, Huwon, the Back Garden. Huwon did not escape the ravages of the Japanese invasion of 1592, but most of the original buildings were rebuilt after 1623 by King Injo (r.1623-48) and his successors. Members of the royal family relaxed and held parties on its 32 hectare grounds. Huwon's landscaped gardens,
66 _ HELLO from KOREA Gyeongbokgung Palace is the largest and most historically significant palace of the Joseon period. It was built by King Taejo, the founder of the Joseon Dynasty, in 1395 as a symbol of his new dynasty. Like other palaces, it was damaged during the Japanese invasion of Korea in the 16th century. One of its most famous structures is Gyeong-hoeru, the pavilion where kings held receptions and parties. Seoul’s other palaces are quite nearby C hanggyeonggung Palace was built during the reign of King Seong-jong (r.1469-1494) of Joseon for the use of royal family members. The front gate of Changgyeonggung Palace is Honghwamun Gate, built in 1616. Deoksugung Palace, just across from City Hall, was originally a prince's home, but was later used by a king as temporary home. It became a full-fledged palace during the reign of King Gojong (r. 1863-1907), who built many new structures on the grounds including Seokjo-jeon, the largest stone building in Korea. It was once used as a museum of modern art but now houses royal relics. Huwon (the Back Garden) of Changdeokgung Palace woods, ponds and pavilions exemplify the principle of harmony with nature that underlies the beauty of Korea's traditional gardens.
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