Royal Tombs Tour in Donggureung(Guri)
Details
Spring Walk & History Talk in Donggureung
Walk through a quiet royal forest, feel the breeze of early spring, and share stories of Korean history in English together.
Event Overview
• Date & Time: Saturday, March 14th, 10:30am
• Location: Donggureung Royal Tombs, Guri (East of Seoul)
• Language: English
• Audience: Foreign residents, and anyone who wants to explore Korean history in English
What is Donggureung?
Donggureung is one of the largest clusters of royal tombs from the Joseon Dynasty, where several kings and queens are buried.
It is part of the UNESCO World Heritage royal tombs, surrounded by pine forests and peaceful walking paths.
As we walk, you can feel how nature, Confucian rituals, and royal history come together in one serene space.
Program
• Gentle walk through the royal tomb area
• Time for conversation and cultural exchange in English
• Easy-to-follow English explanations about:
- The Joseon Dynasty and its kings
- Why and how royal tombs were built
- The ideas behind the layout, rituals, ans stone statues
Fee & Payment
• Donggureung entrance fee: 1,000 KRW (paid individually at the ticket office)
• Event fee: 10,000 KRW (host, content, preparation)
• Payment: Cash or bank transfer on-site
After the Walk
After the program, we will go together to a near local restaurant and enjoy Korean food. (Meals are paid individually; we will decide the menu together on the day.)
"Walk through spring woods, listen to royal stories, and feel 600 years of Korean history in Donggureung!"