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Seoul Museum of History vs Changdeokgung Palace
Both are highly recommended by professional travelers. On balance, Changdeokgung Palace is preferred by most writers compared to Seoul Museum of History. Changdeokgung Palace comes in at 97 with recommendations from 7 reviews including Time Out, Lonely Planet and Afar Magazine.
Seoul Museum of History
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2-1, Sinmunno2-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
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Fodor's
"The Seoul Museum of History traces the growth of the nation from the stone-age to modern times."
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Frommer's
"Houses a permanent collection, rotating special shows, and a gallery dedicated to relics donated by the city's residents."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"To gain an appreciation of just how much Seoul has changed in the last century visit this fascinating museum."
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Michelin Guide
1 Star
"The Seoul Museum of History proposes to visitors a journey back through the history of the city."
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Time Out
"Permanent and special exhibits alike, everything is free at the museum, including the exhibition on architect Park Hak-jae, currently on display."
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Changdeokgung Palace
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99 Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 110-360, South Korea
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"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
Top Choice
"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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