Explanation
In the Joseon dynasty, the royal guards of the palace were gatekeepers who were responsible for guarding the the main gates of Gyeongbokgung Palace as well as the main gates of the city such as Heunginjimun Gate and Sungnyemun Gate. The royal guards worked in shift duties and were in charge of opening and closing Gwanghwamun Gate. Before the royal guard system was enforced in 1469, the palace gates were protected by soldiers of the central army. The Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony held at Gyeongbokgung Palace and the Gwanghwamun area reenacts the guard-changing procedure that took place during the Joseon dynasty, along with the reproduction of costumes and weapons, based on historical records.
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Event Start Date : 2024년 01월 01일
Event end date : 2024년 12월 31일
Watching age : Open to visitors of all ages
Venue : Gyeongbokgung Palace Heungnyemun Gate and Gwanghwamun Gate areas
Show time : [Royal Guard Changing Ceremony] 10:00, 14:00
[Ceremony of Guarding Gwanghwamun Gate] 11:00, 13:00
[Public Training of the Royal Guard Soldiers] 09:35, 13:35
* Schedule is subject to change; refer to the official website for details.
* Events may be canceled in the case of rain.
Touring Time : Varies by performance
Organizer info : Korea Cultural Heritage Foundation
Contact the organizer : +82-2-3210-1645
Charges (Hours) : Free
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Introduction
In the Joseon dynasty, the royal guards of the palace were gatekeepers who were responsible for guarding the the main gates of Gyeongbokgung Palace as well as the main gates of the city such as Heunginjimun Gate and Sungnyemun Gate. The royal guards worked in shift duties and were in charge of opening and closing Gwanghwamun Gate. Before the royal guard system was enforced in 1469, the palace gates were protected by soldiers of the central army. The Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony held at Gyeongbokgung Palace and the Gwanghwamun area reenacts the guard-changing procedure that took place during the Joseon dynasty, along with the reproduction of costumes and weapons, based on historical records.
Programs
Refer to the official website
Location
161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul