Religious site
Yunggeolleung
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Yunggeulleong is a UNESCO World Heritage site comprising the royal tombs of Joseon kings and queens, nestled in a peaceful wooded area of Suwon. Visitors walk along tree-lined paths past stone figures of officials, horses, and tigers that guard the burial mounds. The site offers a quiet, reflective experience, with well-preserved ritual spaces and a sense of stepping back into Korea's dynastic past. Distinctive for its harmonious blend of Confucian tradition and natural landscape, it's a place to appreciate royal funerary culture and serene beauty.
Don't miss
- Stone statues of civil and military officials lining the spirit way
- The twin burial mounds of King Jeongjo and Queen Hyoui
- The red-spotted blue butterfly habitat in the surrounding woodland
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Yunggeolleung
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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