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Changdeokgung Palace vs Gyeongbokgung Palace
Both are rated highly by expert reviewers. Overall, Changdeokgung Palace ranks slightly better than Gyeongbokgung Palace. Changdeokgung Palace is ranked #1 in Seoul with positive reviews from 7 sources including Michelin Guide, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
Changdeokgung Palace
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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."
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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."
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Lonely Planet
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"The beautiful main palace building, Injeongjeon... sits in harmony with the paved courtyard, the open corridors and the trees behind it."
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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."
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Lonely Planet
"The beautiful main palace building of Changdeokgung sits in harmony with the paved courtyard, the open corridors and the trees behind it."
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Gyeongbokgung Palace
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161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
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Fodor's
"A must-see for anyone interested in history and architecture, Gyeongbokgung is the most visited tourist site in Korea so crowds can be dense."
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Frommer's
"Of the five grand palaces built during the Joseon Dynasty, this was the largest and most important one."
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Lonely Planet
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"Two of the grandest architectural sights in Seoul are here."
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"One of the most impressive structures within Seoul's main palace Gyeongbokgung, this large pavilion rests on 48 pillars and overlooks an artificial lake with two small islands."
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Lonely Planet
"The main palace building of Gyeongbokgung stands on a double-tiered stone platform with surrounding open-sided corridors."
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