Thursday, July 10, 2014

South Korea: Changdeokgung Palace Complex

In the early 15th century, the King Taejong ordered the construction of a new palace at an auspicious site. A Bureau of Palace Construction was set up to create the complex, consisting of a number of official and residential buildings set in a garden that was cleverly adapted to the uneven topography of the 58-ha site. The result is an exceptional example of Far Eastern palace architecture and design, blending harmoniously with the surrounding landscape. source:whc.unesco.org
Inscribed: 1997

Posctcard 1: Outer View

Thanks to Dr Kiran Acharya.
Postcard 2: Courtyard


Thanks to Mr Jun of Japan.

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