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Changdeokgung Palace vs The War Memorial of Korea
Both are rated highly by experts. Overall, Changdeokgung Palace ranks significantly better than The War Memorial of Korea. Changdeokgung Palace comes in at #1 in Seoul with endorsements from 7 reviewers like Frommer's, Michelin Guide and Fodor's.
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
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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The War Memorial of Korea
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Travel + Leisure
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1-8, Yongsan-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 140-021, South Korea
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Fodor's
"More than any other event, the Korean War has defined the country's recent history."
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Travel + Leisure
"The War Memorial of Korea features dioramas of life in wartime; its hokey cardboard nature notwithstanding, the exhibit shows a civilization that came within millimeters of being completely snuffed out."
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Afar Magazine
"At the War Memorial of Korea people from all across the country come to pay respects to brave soldiers who fought for their freedom."
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Atlas Obscura
"Home to more than 13,000 pieces of war memorabilia and military equipment. "
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Time Out
"Learn all about Korea’s wartime history at this somber but historically important museum."
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