👑 The Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty: Uireung Cluster

Archaeology & Antiquity South Korea Asia

Uireung Cluster is one of 40 royal tomb complexes comprising the UNESCO World Heritage Site designation of the Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty. The site reflects the dynasty's adherence to Confucian ritual propriety and geomantic principles in its architectural and landscape design. The tomb complex integrates natural topography with ...