Sukjeongmun

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Sukjeongmun
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“Sukjeongmun is one of the Eight Gates of Seoul in the Fortress Wall of Seoul, South Korea, which surrounded the city in the Joseon period. The gate is also known as Bukdaemun. It was built north of Seoul behind Gyeongbokgung. It was rarely used. It was only used in ceremonious and symbolic…”
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National GeographicJul 11

The best place to experience South Korea's k-hiking? Seoul's urban mountains

In South Korea’s capital, a crown of forested mountains and centuries-old battlements are often populated by local hikers — and travellers can join them.

original northern city gate

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