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조선효종영릉재실

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Gyeonggi-do

조선효종영릉재실

조선효종영릉재실 is a curated attraction in Korea — full details, hours, and access info on the official Korea Tourism page.

ROOTIconic stop curated by Korea Tourism Organization

Why go

Joseon Hyojong Yeongneung Jaesil in Yeoju, Gyeonggi-do, is the official memorial-rite preparation building of Yeongneung — the royal tomb of King Hyojong (1619–1659) of the Joseon dynasty. The jaesil served as a working space where royal-rite officials prepared the seasonal ancestral memorial rites performed at the king's tomb above. The compound combines a substantial wooden ceremonial hall with kitchen and storage outbuildings, all preserved as a designated cultural property. The building is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site (the Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty). Bilingual interpretation explains the Joseon royal-rite system. About 45 minutes for the jaesil; longer if including King Sejong's adjacent tomb. Pair with the Sejong-Hyojong joint royal tomb walk.

Quick highlights

  • Memorial-rite preparation building for Yeongneung royal tomb
  • Tomb of King Hyojong of Joseon (1619-1659)
  • Part of UNESCO World Heritage Site (Royal Tombs of Joseon)
  • Substantial wooden ceremonial hall with kitchen and storage
  • Pair with King Sejong's adjacent tomb

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