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Changgyeonggung Palace vs Unhyeongung
Both are praised by writers. Overall, Changgyeonggung Palace scores slightly better than Unhyeongung. Changgyeonggung Palace is ranked #11 in Seoul with positive reviews from 4 reviews like Lonely Planet, Michelin Guide and Frommer's.
Changgyeonggung Palace
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Fodor's
Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine
185 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
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Frommer's
"Various events (tea ceremonies, reenactments for the king's birthday, marriage ceremonies) are held at the palace on select weekend days."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
". The oldest surviving structure is the 15th-century Okcheongyo stone bridge over the stream by the main gate."
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Fodor's
"Changgyeonggung stands out for its quiet beauty."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Not to be missed, particularly when the garden's cherry trees are in bloom."
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Afar Magazine
"while it's not as impressive as some of the other royal enclaves in Seoul, the grounds are green and tranquil."
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Unhyeongung
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Atlas Obscura
Frommer's
464 Samil-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This palace has a modest, natural-wood design reflecting the austere tastes of Heungseon Daewongun (1820–98), King Gojong’s stern and conservative father."
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Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Unhyeongung provides a chance to see an interior typical of aristocratic homes and features a remarkable complex of wooden buildings restored in 1996. "
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Atlas Obscura
"The site of the last royal wedding in Korea. "
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Frommer's
"The childhood home of King Gojong (26th king of the Joseon Dynasty), Unhyeongung is smaller and architecturally different from other palaces."
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