Seolleung and Jeongneung Royal Tombs

A quiet UNESCO World Heritage retreat among Teheran-ro's towers, housing the tombs of Joseon kings Seongjong and Jungjong.

Place information

Area

Gangnam-gu

Category

Palaces & heritage

Address

1, Seolleung-ro 100-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Visit tip

The gentle burial mounds and red-pine paths contrast with the surrounding high-rises, offering photographs of historic and modern Seoul together.

Nearby sights

• Seolleung Ritual Hall and High-Rise Views

  Gangnam towers rise beyond the royal tomb's red spiked gate in a striking historic–modern contrast.

• Seonjeongneung Pine Loop

  Pines over a century old shade quiet paths used by workers and walkers.

• Jeongneung, King Jungjong's Tomb

  A well-kept royal burial mound with finely worked stone tigers and sheep.