A Study on the Political Function and the King's movement path in the Palace Garden of Changdeokgung Palace and Gyeongbokgung Palace in the Reign of King Gojong

Research reveals that King Gojong of the Joseon Dynasty utilized diverse movement paths and locations within Changdeokgung and Gyeongbokgung Palaces for governance, challenging traditional assumptions about royal activities being confined to specific buildings. The study identifies three distinct routes to Chundangdae in Changdeokgung Palace and four to Gyeongmudae in Gyeongbokgung Palace, highlighting their strategic significance and proximity to the king's residence. These paths, used during events like Gwageo (science examinations) and Jeongang (royal lectures), suggest a deliberate effort to balance accessibility with secrecy. The analysis of historical records provides new insights into the political functions of palace gardens, offering a nuanced understanding of royal movement dynamics during King Gojong's reign.

Lee, K. (2023). A Study on the Political Function and the King’s movement path in the Palace Garden of Changdeokgung Palace and Gyeongbokgung Palace in the Reign of King Gojong. The Paek-San Society, 125, 185–216. https://doi.org/10.52557/tpsh.2023.125.185