Yeongneung & Nyeongneung Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (여주 영릉(英陵)과 영릉(寧陵) [유네스코 세계문화유산])

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Yeongneung & Nyeongneung Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (여주 영릉(英陵)과 영릉(寧陵) [유네스코 세계문화유산])

The Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty are the only royal tombs in the world that remain largely intact from a single dynasty spanning more than 500 years, making them a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Yeongneung is the combined tomb of the 4th ruler of Joseon dynasty, King Sejong (1397-1450) who created the Korean alphabet and his wife Queen Soheon. Nyeongneung is the royal tomb of the 17th ruler of the Joseon dynasty, King Hyojong (1619-1659, reigned 1649-1659), and of his wife Queen Inseon (1618-1674). The Wangneung Forest here boasts spectacular fall foliage.

Introduction Information
Experience Guide
Guided tour: +82-31-887-2868  
Opening Hours
February-May, September-October 09:00-18:00 June-August 09:00-18:30 November-January 09:00-17:30  
Holiday
Mondays  
Parking
Available  
World Cultural Heritage
1  
Inquiries
+82-31-885-3123  
Admission Fees
Adults (ages 20-65) 500 won
Restrooms
Available
Available Facilities
Maintenance Office of the Tomb of King Sejong
Parking Fees
Free
Interpretation Services Offered
Available
Initial Registration Date
2009-08-15 00:04
Last Updated
2024-02-29 15:26
Homepage
sejong.cha.go.kr (Korean only)
Address
[12642] 269-50 Yeongneung-ro, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do