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• Information
  Introduction
  Munmyo is a shrine dedicated to Confucius, whose teachings form the foundation of Confucianism. It is also dedicated to his disciples and other great Confucian scholars. Munmyo is not only the shrine but also the highest educational institution of the Joseon dynasty. Munmyo was once called as Munseonwangmyo since during the Tang dynasty, Confucius was named as King Munseon after his death and then it has been called as Munmyo since the Yuan dynasty.
  
  The compound consists of two main areas: the Daeseongjeon houses shrines and the Myeongnyundang features seminar halls and other auxiliary facilities. Also, there are two dormitories, Dongjae and Seojae, which are collectively known as Sungkyunkwan. In front of the Myeongnyundang stands a ginkgo tree designated as Natural Monument No. 59. In spring and autumn, a ritual for Confucius and his disciples takes place.
  
  Current Status
  HIstoric Site No.143 (Designated on November 10, 1964)
  
  
• Tourist Sites

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    Korean Museum of Straw and Life (짚풀생활사박물관)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Museums
    Korean Museum of Straw and Life is a private museum dedicated to the collection, research, and display of materials and historical accounts of diverse straws an...

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    Changgyeonggung Palace Honghwamun Gate (창경궁 홍화문)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Palaces/ Fortresses/ Gates
    Honghwamun Gate is the main gate of Changgyeonggung Palace. It has three gates in the front and two gates to the side with a sophisticated locking mechanism.

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    Bourhill Esthetic (부르힐에스테틱)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hot Springs/ Bath Houses/Spas/ Jjimjilbangs
    Bourhill Esthetic (est. 2005) is a professional beauty shop located in Daehangno, Seoul. Nationally recognized, certified professional therapists offer hand car...

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    Daraenamu Tree in Changdeokgung Palace (창덕궁 다래나무)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Rare Animals/ Plants/Spectacular Cliffs & Rock Formations
    Daraenamu Tree in Changdeokgung Palace is estimated to be 600 years old, meaning it had likely been planted before the palace was built. The tree stands 19m in ...

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    Jongno Cheonggye Special Tourist Zone (종로 청계 관광특구)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Amusement Parks/ Tourist Resorts
    Jongno Cheonggye Special Tourist Zone stretches from Seorin-dong to Changsin-dong between Cheonggyecheon Stream and Jong-ro. It includes Youth Street, Gwangjang...

• Accommodation

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    PungGyeong [Korea Quality] / 풍경 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    The hanok guesthouse Punggyeong was opened in spring 2016. With a stylish green pine tree exterior mural painting, the hanok building welcomes guests with a co...

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    Hyehwa1939 [Korea Quality] / 혜화1938 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    Located in (no suggestions)-dong of Seoul, Hyehwa 1938 is a lodging facility which is based on the remodeling of an 80-year- old traditional Korean house. A tr...

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    Moggoji-house [Korea Quality] / 모꼬지 게스트하우스(모꼬지) [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    Moggoji Guesthouse is a hanok homestay place located in Hyehwa-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul. The third generation of the family is currently residing in and managing...

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    Eugene House [Korea Quality] / 유진하우스[한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    Eugene’s House is a “hanok” guesthouse located in Hyehwa-dong, a district in Seoul that preserves the feel of the city from the old times. Once the home of phil...

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    Bukchonmaru hanok guesthouse [Korea Quality] / 북촌마루한옥게스트하우스 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    Bukchonmaru Hanok Guesthouse is located between “Bukchon Views 2 and 3” on a hill in Bukchon Village in Seoul. This two-storied hanbok building with a terrace, ...

• Restaurants

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    Ilsong Kalguksu (일송칼국수)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    This is a Korean cuisine located in Jongno-gu, Seoul. A store serving dishes at low prices. The best menu at this restaurant is noodle soup with clams.

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    Hangukgwan (한국관)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    A great restaurant for group dinners. The best menu at this restaurant is Grilled Beef Ribs. This is a Korean cuisine located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.

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    Persian Palace (페르시안궁전)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Asian Food
    Persian Palace was opened in 2002 and is operated by an Iranian owner. The three-story restaurant offers spacious dining areas and specializes in curry and Iran...

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    Seonggyungwan Gamjatang (성균관감자탕)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    Experience gamjatang (pork back-bone stew), one of Korea’s representative stews. The best menu at this restaurant is pork back-bone hot pot. This is a Korean cu...

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    Moguchon Sutbulgalbi (목우촌숯불갈비)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    This is a Korean cuisine located in Jongno-gu, Seoul. A restaurant serving charcoal-grilled meat. The best menu at this restaurant is grilled boneless beef ribs...

• Shopping

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    Gogungmasil (고궁마실)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Shops/Malls
    Gogungmasil is a hanbok rental shop located near Changgyeonggung Palace. Visitors can rent hanbok from Gogungmasil before going on a palace tour to Changgyeongg...

• Transportation
  Directions
  [Subway]
  Hyehwa Station (Seoul Subway Line 4), Exit 4.
  Walk for approx. 15 min. towards Sungkyunkwan University.
  
  

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