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Last Saturday, I went to Gyeongun Palace. This palace has become
known as Deoksu Palace, because its name was changed
to Gyeongun Palace by Sunjong
I felt very happy that Korea tradition protected the beautiful buildings, but there were some cruel things, too.
For example, Inmok, the Queen Mother, was locked in Seokeodang for 10 years by the order of Prince Gwanghae.
I saw Japsang and a triangle shape window. Japsang have Sonogong, Jeopalgye and Saojung. These are characters of Seoyugi. Also regular triangle window is only for important buildings like Junghwajeon.
Junghwajeon was the place for official events.
King Gojong liked to drink coffee in Junghwajeon with his courtiers.
In the end I could saw a water clock. This was invented by Jang Yeong-sil. The bell of the Water clock and gong marked the time automatically. I felt so proud that our ancestors invented a clock so long ago. Also, I thought Joseon scientists were very clever.
I want to drink some of Joseon's coffee, too.
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