Yeongyeongdang hall modeled after a typical literati house in Changdeokgung rear garden

Hello, your untact tour guide, Mr.Been. I`ll show you all the corners of the historic and unique sights around the world. At first, I`ll let you go to Changdeokgung palace, the world Unesco heritage in seoul. You can see many beautiful Korean traditional buildings in the palace. So, You don`t have to miss here, when you have a plan to visit Seoul. Just follow me!

 

Crown Prince Hyomyeong constructed YeonGyeongDang in about 1828 to hold the Jinjakrye ceremony to celebrate the 40th birthday of his mother, and to present a title for his father, King Sunjo, the 23rd king of Joseon. The men’s and women’s quarters are separated, but inside they are connected, just like in a typical Joseon nobleman house. Unique styles of side walls and sun blinds under the copper-plated roof create a distinctive atmosphere Seonhyangjae, a study. Nongsujeong, situated on a high spot in the garden, bears a roof that resembles a hawk spreading its wings. Behind the women’s quarters is a kitchen; since the reign of Gojong, the 26th king of the Joseon Dynasty, YeonGyeongDang served as a venue to receive foreign envoys and throw parties with political overtones. It is designated as a Treasure No.1770 in 2012.

※ Resource : Changdeokgung palace office

 

 

A small stream flows in front of Jangnakmun gate, the entrance of Yeongyeongdang.

 

There is the servants` residence on either side of Jangnakmun facing the middle gate.

 

Yeongyeongdang complex built in the style of gentry`s architecture had 99 rooms.

 

The main building called Yeongyeongdang served as a venue to receive foreign envoys.

 

Seonhyangjae, a library, equipped the unique sun blinds under the copper plated roof.

 

Behind Yeongyeongdang, the center of men’s quarter, is Usinmun gate to women’s one.

 

Nongsujeong pavilion was situated on a high spot in the area to take a rest with a view.

 

Deep in the woods is Seungjaejeong, a simple, smart-looking pavilion with a square roof.

 

A short walk behind Yeongyeongdang area leads to Pyeomusa and Jondeokjeong pavilion.

 

Pyeomusa was originally built in a ‘ㄱ’ layout, but sadly now the auxiliary house is gone.

 

How about today`s attraction? Isn`t it different from the other architecures you have known ever? I hope So! See you soon! Have a happy day~