Injeongjeon, Throne hall in Waryong-dong, South Korea
Injeongjeon is the main throne hall of the Changdeokgung Palace complex in Waryong-dong, Seoul, and a designated National Treasure of South Korea. The two-story wooden building sits on a raised stone platform and is topped by a double-tiered roof supported by painted wooden columns.
The hall was first built in 1405, shortly after the Changdeokgung Palace was completed, and served as the main venue for coronations and state receptions during the Joseon Dynasty. It burned down during the Japanese invasions of the late 16th century and was rebuilt several times, with the current structure dating to 1804.
On the floor inside, you can still see Western-style tiles laid during the Japanese colonial period, a visible trace of that era left in place. Above the throne hangs a wooden canopy carved with two dragons, which traditionally symbolized the king's authority.
The hall is accessible only as part of a guided tour of the Changdeokgung Palace complex, offered in Korean and English at set times throughout the day. Since the tour covers a large area on foot, comfortable shoes make the visit easier.
Although the building appears to have two floors from the outside, the interior is a single tall room with no actual second floor. This open interior makes the throne area feel much larger than the outer dimensions suggest.
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