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Changgyeong Palace was used because Gyeongbok and Changdeok Palace were burnt down. However, it is a big part of our history. Honghwamun홍화문,which is the main gate of Changgyeong palace, is the most beautiful gate among the five palaces in Seoul.
After I looked around Changgyeong Palace, I realized that in Joseon dynasty, people respected their king a lot. They made a bridge to seperate the king's world from the commoners' world. Also, they had Haechi해치, Japsang잡상, Deumeu드므, Chinese phoenix and so on to protect the palace and the king from evil spirits. Every buildings were built for the king's comfort.
There is a sad history of Changgyong Palace. Crown Prince Sado사도세자 was killed in a rice chest. He was a victim of strife between the parties. I thought of the fights among politicians nowaday. It is really a matter to regret that many politicians only seek their own profits. They would have to consider their behaviors carefully and do pure politics for the citizens.
By Changgyeong Palace and its history, I had a chance to think about the wisdom of our ancestors and the contradictions in those days. I believe it is very important for us to reflect on our lives and think about what we can improve. |
