Goyang West Five Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (고양 서오릉 [유네스코 세계문화유산])

Goyang West Five Royal Tombs, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, comprises five royal burial mounds from Korea's Joseon dynasty. Located in Goyang, the tombs represent significant examples of Joseon royal funerary architecture and landscape design. The site preserves intact tomb complexes with burial mounds, stone guardians, and ritual spaces arranged according to Confucian principles. Visitors can walk through the peaceful grounds to observe the geometric precision and craftsmanship of stone monuments. The site offers insight into royal court rituals and Joseon dynasty burial traditions, making it an important destination for understanding Korean historical culture and UNESCO-recognized heritage.