Donggureung
동구릉
The largest cluster of the Joseon dynasty’s royal tombs, home to the burial sites of 17 kings and queens.

📜 Cluster of royal tombs from the Joseon dynasty, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2009.
🔍 The largest royal burial site in South Korea, located in Guri, Gyeonggi Province.

Why Go

👑 Explore the resting places of 17 kings and queens.
🌳 Enjoy a serene forest setting, typically less crowded.
🏛️ See red pavilions, burial mounds, and funerary statues.
🖼️ Visit the small on-site museum.

Why Avoid

🚫 Main parts of the tombs are fenced, limiting close access.

Tips

🚶 Be mindful not to step on the central path, traditionally reserved for ancestral spirits.

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