Jongmyodaeje (Royal Ancestral Memorial Rite of Joseon) (종묘대제)

3.8Km 24414 2022-10-05

157, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
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Jongmyodaeje, Korea’s Royal Ancestral Memorial Rite, is a traditional ritual that has been recognized with many important designations. It is a UNESCO Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity, Important Intangible Cultural Property No. 56 (Jongmyo Jerye), and Korea’s Important Intangible Cultural Property No. 1 (Jongmyo Jeryeak). The ritual is held yearly on the first Sunday of May. It begins with eogahaengnyeol, the fabulous royal parade dating from the Joseon dynasy, which is truly a sight to behold as it moves through the modern city.

Jongmyodaeje originated as a royal ancestral ritual to honor the past kings and queens of the Joseon dynasty. During the Joseon era, the ritual was held five times a year (spring, summer, autumn, winter, and December) until it was abolished by Japanese colonial rule. In 1969, Jongmyodaeje was reinstated and has been held in May every year since.

Jongmyo Shrine, the destination of the procession, was the setting of ceremonial rituals during the Joseon dynasty. Originally, Jongmyo only referred to Jeongjeon (Main Hall) where the memorial tablets of Joseon’s reigning kings and queens are enshrined. Today, however, Jongmyo also encompasses Yeongnyeongjeon (Hall of Eternal Peace) where the tablets of posthumous kings and queens are enshrined and Gongsindang (Hall of Meritorious Subjects) where the tablets of esteemed ministers of the state are kept.

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3.8Km 0 2024-04-18

212, Yeonhui-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

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Jeju Heukdwaeji Sundaegukbap (제주흑돼지순대국밥)

3.8Km 115 2021-03-18

113, Dongsung-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-741-9504

This is a Korean cuisine located in Daehak-ro, Seoul. Sundaeguk (Korean sausage soup) is a Korean traditional soup with sundae (Korean pork sausage). The best menu at this restaurant is blood sausage and rice soup.

Suncheonga (순천가)

3.8Km 171 2021-03-22

109-2, Supyo-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-765-0398

A beloved restaurant in Jongno where you can enjoy both Korean BBQ and stew menus. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is grilled pork belly.

Libuk Sonmandu (리북손만두)

3.8Km 17645 2019-08-28

17-13, Mugyo-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-776-7361

Libuk Sonmandu restaurant is located deep in the alleys behind Seoul City Hall in the Mugyo-dong area. It is famous for kimchimari bap and sonmandu (handmade dumplings). Kimchimaribap is rice in a soup of kimchi and ice cubes with various added flavorings that originated in North Korea. This is a refreshing dish for summer. Other items on the menu are bindaetteok (mung bean pancake) and mandu jeongol (dumpling hot pot).

Nakji Wangguk (낙지왕국)

3.8Km 153 2021-03-22

31, Donhwamun-ro, 5ga-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-765-3119

A famous restaurant frequented by workers in Jongno. This seafood restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is stir-fried octopus.

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3.8Km 0 2024-06-26

114, Dongsung-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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ASSITEJ International Summer Festival (아시테지 국제여름축제)

3.8Km 13011 2024-07-09

114 Dongsung-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-745-5863

ASSITEJ International Summer Festival is Korea's largest performing arts festival aimed at introducing theater to children. Started in 1993, the festival has continued to grow each year, including many performances from overseas groups to delight children and adults alike.

Nagwon Bindaetteok (낙원빈대떡)

3.8Km 142 2021-03-19

3, Supyo-ro 22-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-763-9515

This is a Korean cuisine located in Jongno, Seoul. An old restaurant located near Nakwon Music Mall. The best menu at this restaurant is mung bean pancake.

Yonggeumok (용금옥)

3.8Km 18483 2024-03-13

24-2, Dadong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-777-1689

Established in 1932, Yonggeumok specializes in Seoul-style chutang (loach soup), renowned for using whole loach in its preparation. This method distinguishes it from the more commonly known Namwon-style chutang, which involves grinding the loach. At Yonggeumok, guests can savor the tender and savory texture of the loach flesh in their chutang, offering a unique and authentic dining experience.

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