Changdeok Palace opens Sept. 10 for moonlit evening tours of Secret Garden
As summer turns to autumn, Changdeok Palace's secluded courtyards and historic gardens, also known as Secret Garden, are preparing to open their gates under the light of the moon. The Korea Heritage Service's Royal Palaces and Tombs Center, alongside the Korea Heritage Agency, said Tuesday that the popular Changdeokgung Moonlight Tour will return for its autumn run from Sept. 10 through Oct. 17.…
As summer gives way to autumn, the secluded venues and historic gardens of Changdeok Palace, also known as the Secret Garden, are set to welcome nighttime visitors under the moonlight. The Korea Heritage Service's Royal Palaces and Tombs Center, in collaboration with the Korea Heritage Agency, announced on Tuesday that the popular Changdeokgung Moonlight Tour will resume its autumn season from September 10 through October 17.
The program, which operates from Thursday to Sunday, offers visitors the opportunity to explore one of UNESCO's most renowned World Heritage sites after dark.
Launched in 2010, the intimate evening tour has become one of Seoul's most sought-after cultural experiences. Participants are provided with a traditional silk lantern before embarking on a guided journey through the palace grounds dating back to the 1392-1910 Joseon Dynasty era. The tour encompasses key heritage structures, including the historical Geumcheongyo, Seoul's oldest stone bridge, and the illuminated throne hall of Injeongjeon.
After passing these significant landmarks, visitors venture deep into the iconic Secret Garden (Huwon), where they are treated to curated artistic interludes along the trail.
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