Seoul, South Korea
Jongmyo Shrine
An ancient shrine that thrives till today.
The Jongmyo Shrine is one of the oldest Confucian shrines that masterfully brings a slice of ancient life into the present. Located in Seoul, this shrine was utilised heavily for prayer by royalty during the Joseon Dynasty.
Here, you can see the ancient Jongmyo Jaerye take place, the oldest complete ceremony in the world. The ritual combines music, song and dance, and is one of the reasons that this shrine has been bestowed the honour of a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Book a guided tour for a more comprehensive understanding of this fascinating shrine, and the story behind its customs.
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Tips Before You Go
Entry is largely only allowed for those on guided tours. However, for those seeking to go in independently, do check the timings beforehand. That being said, guided tours are popular for a visit here! Do check the differing timings of the tour in the language you are comfortable with to ensure a great trip.
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157 Jong-ro, Jongno 1(il).2(i).3(sam).4(sa), Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea