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Changdeokgung PalacevsDeoksugung
Both are endorsed by writers. Overall, Changdeokgung Palace is the choice of most writers compared to Deoksugung. Changdeokgung Palace ranks #1 in Seoul with endorsements from 7 sources including Time Out, Afar Magazine and Lonely Planet.
Changdeokgung Palace
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Time Out Afar Magazine
99 Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 110-360, South Korea
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Fodor's "If you only have time for one of Seoul's five palaces, Changdeokgung is the one to see." Full review
Frommer's "Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1997, Changdeokgung's rear garden has remained a resting area for the royals since the time of King Taejong." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"The beautiful main palace building, Injeongjeon... sits in harmony with the paved courtyard, the open corridors and the trees behind it." Full review
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The highlight, Biwon (Huwon), the Secret or Hidden Garden.
Afar Magazine "The leafy gardens provide respite from the non-stop city beyond the walls." Full review
Lonely Planet "The beautiful main palace building of Changdeokgung sits in harmony with the paved courtyard, the open corridors and the trees behind it." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"A Unesco world heritage site, Changdeokgung was built in 1404 to house the royal family and remained a royal residence up until 1989." Full review
Time Out "The most well-preserved of all the palaces, Changdeokgung Palace is said to be the favored palace of the Joseon princes and a personal favorite of Seoul locals." Full review
Afar Magazine "a prime example of pungsu, a style derived from the principles of Confucianism that harmoniously blends architecture with the surrounding landscape. " Full review
Deoksugung Lonely Planet Fodor's Afar Magazine Michelin Guide Time Out Time Out Afar Magazine Afar Magazine Frommer's
99 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul 100-120, South Korea
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Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Contains small gardens and ponds amid an extraordinary potpourri of contrasting architectural styles." Full review
Fodor's "An oasis in the heart of downtown Seoul. Originally built as a residence for the crown prince." Full review
Afar Magazine "While in Seoul, stop by Daehanmun Gate at Deoksugung Palace, where you can see semi-daily changing of the guard ceremonies." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Deoksugung, a palace built in the 15C, provided sanctuary for the royal family on several occasions." Full review
Time Out "Arched windows along with ivory colored walls detailed with golden ornate decorations reflect the influence of European aesthetics, yet nevertheless exudes an aura of medieval Joseon. " Full review
Time Out "A proper look at Deoksugung would mean not only examining it from the inside but also seeing it one step away. " Full review
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Check in advance for its' seasonal ceremonies, such as the changing of the Royal Guards.
Afar Magazine "There are many imperial palaces in Seoul, but only one is open at night - Deoksugung Palace." Full review
Afar Magazine ""Virtuous Longevity" in the heart of the city...(and weird donuts)Surrounded by skyscrapers in the center of Seoul." Full review
Frommer's "The smallest of the city's palaces... it is known for its stone wall and the walk along its outside." Full review
