Gyeongbokgung is one of the Five Grand Palaces built by the Joseon dynasty. It was completed in 1395 in northern Seoul and served as the seat of the Joseon dynasty kings and the government.

At the end of the 16th century, the complex was destroyed by fire. Only two decades later all 7,700 rooms of the palace were rebuilt. But at the beginning of the 20th century the complex was destroyed again, this time by the Imperial Japan. After that the construction of the palace was started again.

Nowadays, the National Palace Museum and the National Folk Museum are located on the complex. It is a popular destination for both domestic and foreign tourists and a favorite photo location.