Excavation survey conducted in front of the main gate of Jongmyo Shrine

A fence is installed in front of the main gate of Jongmyo Shrine due to an ongoing excavation at the Seoul Museum of History.

I'm sorry for the inconvenience in entering and passing. We will make sure that the excavation investigation is completed as soon as possible.

□ Overview of Excavation in front of Jongmyo Gate

조 Investigation: Excavation of ruins near Jongmyo Square in Seoul

조사 Research Institute: Seoul Museum of History

조사 Purpose of investigation

- Securing Basic Data for the Holy Land Project of Jongmyo Square

- Restoration of the original shape of Jongno's outer gate

- Checking the remaining status of Jongno-si and surrounding remains

발굴 Excavation location: Jongmyo Oedaemun Dongmun and in front of the eastern wall

기 Period: December 29, 2009 to January 20, 2010

If you have any other questions, please contact the Jongmyo Management Office (02-765-0195).