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Bright red pillars and dark tiled roofs stand against the green backdrop of Paldalsan mountain. This palace served as a temporary home for the Joseon royal family during their travels. King Jeongjo built this residence in the late eighteenth century to honor his late father. Walking through the quiet wooden courtyards feels like stepping into a private historical sanctuary.

This massive stone gate stands as a fortress island in the middle of a busy modern intersection. Bright green and red painted wooden rafters support a double-tiered tiled roof above the heavy granite archway. A semi-circular brick wall arches out to protect the main wooden gates from ancient invaders.