South Korea Historic Buildings + Winter Pictures

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The west gate of Hwaseong Fortress is an imposing structure that looms above the magnificent walled fort complex, symbolizing the power of King Jeongjo.

A colorful and artistic Buddhist temple complex, this religious site stands atop a rocky cliff where you can see spectacular sea views. 

Pull on ice skates, practice your golf swing or slip into a spa at the world’s largest department store. You’ll find great shopping and dining too, of course.

Enjoy stunning views of the beach, lake and forest landscapes from the vantage point of this wonderfully ornate historic building.

Watch the lively stream rushing below your feet when you walk through the preserved hall building on top of the northern floodgate of Hwaseong Fortress.

Get a taste of traditional Korean design and culture in this charming garden, which is built in an old-fashioned style.

Discover over 900 years of history at this former royal residence, an opulent building filled with grand halls and centuries-old shrines.

Find peace at this ancient temple, a beautiful masterpiece of Joseon Dynasty architecture that is surrounded by lush green forest. 

Admire the majesty of this towering historic gate and marvel at the stark contrast between this proud symbol of ancient Seoul and its ultra-modern surroundings.

Explore the exhibition halls within King Jeongjo’s official residence in Suwon and watch the Jangyongyeong guard ceremony on select Sundays.

The smallest of Seoul’s Five Grand Palaces is renowned for its mixture of western and eastern architecture.  

This royal palace has been destroyed on more than one occasion, but today it stands as one of Seoul’s finest examples of classic Korean architecture.

Visit a small and tranquil royal palace with beautiful details that have been carefully reconstructed in the traditional Joseon Dynasty style.

Find peace at this ancient temple, a beautiful masterpiece of Joseon Dynasty architecture that is surrounded by lush green forest. 

Find UNESCO World Heritage-listed treasures and royal relics contrasted with a modern skyline in this city, famed as one of the last of its kind in South Korea.

Watch the lively stream rushing below your feet when you walk through the preserved hall building on top of the northern floodgate of Hwaseong Fortress.