▲ This photo provided by the Korea Heritage Service (KHS) sohws the Aeryeonji area of the rear garden at Changdeokgung Palace in Seoul. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE)(Yonhap)

SEOUL, May 6 (Yonhap) -- The Korea Heritage Service (KHS) said Wednesday it will run a special viewing program, “Silent Contemplation, strolling through the king’s morning garden,” at Changdeokgung Palace from May 14 to 17.

Participants can explore the palace’s rear garden, once used by Joseon kings for rest, in the early morning hours.

Without guides or commentary, visitors are encouraged to walk at their own pace, taking in centuries-old trees, ponds and pavilions, and experiencing the quiet, contemplative atmosphere of the palace grounds.

The Seohyanggak pavilion within the Juhamnu area, usually off-limits to the public, will be opened, along with the interiors of Yeonghwadang Hall and Aeryeonjeong Pavilion, offering a closer look at the harmony between architecture and nature.

Chairs will be placed around Buyongji and Aeryeonji ponds, allowing visitors to sit and reflect in a tranquil setting.

The program will run from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. and is open to adults aged 19 and older. Reservations can be made via Interpark Ticket starting at 2 p.m. on May 8. Each session is limited to 25 participants and requires a fee.

▲ This photo provided by the Korea Heritage Service (KHS) sohws the Buyongji area of the rear garden at Changdeokgung Palace in Seoul. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE)(Yonhap)

Changdeokgung served as the principal palace for many Joseon kings over an extended period. Recognized for its harmony with the natural landscape, it was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1997.

The rear garden, once a royal retreat, includes areas such as Buyongji, Aeryeonji, Gwallamji and Okryucheon, and is regarded as a pinnacle of traditional Korean landscaping.

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