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Destination Guide South Korea

Korea under Japanese rule

Korea under Imperial Japanese rule refers to the culmination of a process begun in 1876 whereby a complex coalition of Meiji Government officials, Business officials and Military officials sought to subjugate Korea both politically and economically as a "protectorate" after the fashion of International Law at the time.

Located at 37.5833, 127 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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1946 disestablishments, Anti-Japanese sentiment in Korea, Former countries in East Asia, Japan–Korea relations, Korea under Japanese rule, States and territories established in 1910

Changdeokgung

Changdeokgung (Hangul, 창덕궁, 昌德宮; literally, "Prospering Virtue Palace") -- also known as Changdeokgung Palace or Changdeok Palace -- is set within a large park in Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea. It is one of the "Five Grand Palaces" built by the kings of the Joseon Dynasty (1392–1897). As it is located east of Gyeongbok Palace, Changdeokgung, along with Changgyeonggung, is also referred to as the "East Palace" (동궐, 東闕, Donggwol).

Located at 37.5794, 126.992 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Palaces in South Korea, Jongno District, World Heritage Sites in South Korea, Royal residences in South Korea, Visitor attractions in Seoul

Sungkyunkwan University

Sungkyunkwan University was founded in 1398 as the highest national educational institute in the early years of the Joseon Dynasty in Korea. As the oldest university in East Asia, it has fostered leaders of Korean society for over 600 years. Now Sungkyunkwan University (also known as SKKU or simply Seongdae) is a private university in Seoul and Suwon, South Korea.

Located at 37.5871, 126.994 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
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Sungkyunkwan University, Consortium for North American Higher Education Collaboration, Educational institutions established in 1946

First Republic of South Korea

The First Republic of South Korea was South Korea's first independent government, ruling the country from 1948 to 1960. It succeeded USAMGIK, the United States military government, which ruled the area from 1945 to 1948. The First Republic was established on August 15, 1948, with Syngman Rhee as the first president. Like subsequent governments, it claimed sovereignty over the entire Korean peninsula, although it only had power over the area south of the 38th parallel.

Located at 37.5833, 127 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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First Republic of South Korea, History of South Korea, 20th century in South Korea

Second Republic of South Korea

The Second Republic of South Korea was the government of South Korea for eight months in 1960 and 1961. It succeeded the First Republic, but was followed by a military government under the Supreme Council for National Reconstruction.

Located at 37.5833, 127 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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History of South Korea, 20th century in South Korea

Third Republic of South Korea

The Third Republic of South Korea was the government of South Korea from 1963 to 1972. It was presented as a return to civilian rule after a period of rule by the military junta known as the Supreme Council for National Reconstruction which had overthrown the Second Republic of South Korea in 1961. However, throughout this period the presidency was held by Park Chung-hee, who had also been an influential member of the junta.

Located at 37.5833, 127 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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History of South Korea, 20th century in South Korea

Gansong Art Museum

Gansong Art Museum is the first modern private museum of Korea and was founded by Jeon Hyeongpil (전형필 全鎣弼) in 1938. The museum was named after the pen name of the founder, Gansong (간송 澗松). The aim of the foundation was to prevent Japanese removal of Korean cultural properties, during the Japanese occupation. At times, numerous Korean cultural properties were taken to Japan, such as Goryeo porcelains, statues of Buddha made in Silla kingdom, documents and books made in Joseon dynasty.

Located at 37.5942, 126.997 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
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Gansong Art Museum, 1938 establishments in South Korea, Art museums established in 1938

Han Sang Soo Embroidery Museum

The Han Sang Soo Embroidery Museum is an art museum specializing in Korean embroidery located in Gahoe-dong, Jongno-gu, central of Seoul, South Korea. It was established by Han Sang Soo (한상수, born c. 1934) who holds a title as a jasujang (자수장, embroidery artisan) of the 80th Important Intangible Cultural Property designated by the Cultural Heritage Administration of South Korea.

Located at 37.5828, 126.985 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Art museums and galleries in Seoul, Embroidery, Textile museums, Art museums established in 2006, 2006 establishments in South Korea

Gahoe Museum

Gahoe Museum is a private museum of South Korea, located in Gahoe-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul. It was established in 2002 and houses, over 1,500 relics consisting of 750 amulets, 250 items of folk paintings, approximately 150 classical books, and 250 other odd items.

Located at 37.5822, 126.986 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Jongno District, Museums in Seoul, Museums established in 2002

Bukchon Hanok Village

Bukchon Hanok Village is a Korean traditional village with a long history located between Gyeongbok Palace, Changdeok Palace and Jongmyo Royal Shrine. The traditional village is composed of lots of alleys, hanok and is preserved to show a 600-year-old urban environment. Now it is used as a traditional culture center and hanok restaurant, allowing visitors to experience the atmosphere of the Joseon Dynasty.

Located at 37.5831, 126.984 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Folk villages in South Korea, Jongno District, Joseon Dynasty, Korean architecture, Neighbourhoods of Seoul

Sukjeongmun

Sukjeongmun (Hangul 숙정문, Hanja 肅靖門; also known as North Gate) is one of the The Eight Gates of Seoul in the Fortress Wall of Seoul, South Korea, which surrounded the city in the Joseon Dynasty. The gate is also known as Bukdaemun (북대문, “North Big Gate”).

Located at 37.5956, 126.981 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Gates in Korea, Gates in South Korea, Buildings and structures in Seoul, Visitor attractions in Seoul, History of Seoul, 1390s architecture

Hyehwamun

Hyehwamun (Hangul 혜화문, Hanja 惠化門; also known as Northeast Gate) is one of the Eight Gates of Seoul in the Fortress Wall of Seoul, South Korea, which surrounded the city in the Joseon Dynasty. The gate is also known as Dongsomun (동소문, “East Small Gate”).

Located at 37.5879, 127.004 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Gates in Korea, Gates in South Korea, Buildings and structures in Seoul, Visitor attractions in Seoul, History of Seoul