Changdeokgung Secret Garden

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Architectural Harmony with Nature (★★★★★)
Changdeokgung Palace as a whole, and the Secret Garden in particular, is a UNESCO World Heritage site because of its architectural wisdom—it adapts to the natural topography instead of forcing the land to conform to the building. You can see this mastery in the placement of the various halls and pavilions, which seem nestled into the landscape, not simply placed on it. The structures are minimal, elegant, and perfectly framed by centuries-old trees. It’s a masterclass in Korean environmental aesthetics.

Post by WandererBen | Oct 10, 2025