Seoul - City Sights

Bongeunsa Temple

Which river is located near Bongeunsa Temple?
Han River

What was the Bongeunsa Temple previously known as?
Gyeonseongsa

What type of meditation practice is taught at Bongeunsa Temple?
Seon meditation

What can tourists experience at the Bongeunsa Temple?
The life of a monk

What is the name of the annual event held at Bongeunsa Temple to celebrate Buddha's birthday?
Lotus Lantern Festival

Bongeunsa Temple is located in which district of Seoul?
Gangnam-gu

During which king's era did the Bongeunsa Temple relocate?
King Myeongjong

What is the name of the large Buddha statue at Bongeunsa Temple?
Mireuk Buddha

Which Korean Buddhist sect is Bongeunsa Temple affiliated with?
Jogye Order

In which year was Bongeunsa Temple originally founded?
794


Bukchon Hanok Village

Which cultural center in Bukchon Hanok Village offers hanok experience programs?
Bukchon Cultural Center

What type of traditional Korean house can be found in Bukchon Hanok Village?
A tea house

What is the name of the small, elevated outdoor terrace in hanoks?
Numaru veranda

What is the primary purpose of the traditional Korean 'ondol' heating system found in hanoks?
Floor heating

Which palace is located close to Bukchon Hanok Village?
Gyeongbokgung Palace

What is the literal meaning of "Bukchon Hanok Village"?
Northern Village with Traditional Korean Houses

Which neighborhood in Seoul is adjacent to Bukchon Hanok Village?
Samcheongdong

What style of architecture does Bukchon Hanok Village represent?
Traditional Korean

What type of traditional Korean houses can be found in Bukchon Hanok Village?
Hanok

During which dynasty was Bukchon Hanok Village established?
Joseon Dynasty


Gyeongbokgung

Which building in Gyeongbokgung Palace was used for state banquets?
Gyeonghoeru Pavilion

How many stone bridges connect the Gyeonghoeru Pavilion to the palace grounds?
Three

Which building in Gyeongbokgung Palace was used as the queen's living quarters?
Gyotaejeon

Which gate serves as the main entrance to Gyeongbokgung Palace?
Gwanghwamun

What is the name of the pavilion surrounded by a pond in Gyeongbokgung Palace?
Gyeonghoeru

Which building in Gyeongbokgung Palace is the main throne hall?
Geunjeongjeon

Which building served as the king's main living quarters in Gyeongbokgung Palace?
Gangnyeongjeon

What does the name 'Gyeongbokgung' mean?
Palace Greatly Blessed by Heaven

Which year was Gyeongbokgung Palace originally constructed?
1395

Which dynasty built Gyeongbokgung Palace?
Joseon Dynasty

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