UNESCO World Heritage Site: Joseon Royal Tombs Festival. · 2026 · Historical listing

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Information for this edition

Dates

Oct 17, 2026 — Oct 25, 2026

Place

12 Joseon royal tomb sites — Donggureung, Hongneung and Yureung, Sareung, Seolleung and Jeongneung, Uireung, Taereung and Gangneung, Yungneung and Geonneung, Seooreung, Gimpo Jangneung, Paju Samneung, Yeongneung and Yeongneung, and Yeongwol Jangneung · 21 Hyohaeng-ro 481beon-gil, Byeongjeom-gu, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do (Annyeong-dong)

Admission at the time

Entrance fee applies (some performances and experience programs are subject to additional fees).

Published hours at the time

It varies depending on the program

Facts last checked

2026-10-25

First preserved here

2026-10-08

Published programme

The [World Heritage Chosun Royal Tombs Festival] is a special cultural event designed to present the history and elegance of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Royal Tombs of Chosun, and to allow people to experience the royal tombs more closely. Through diverse programs that combine traditional and modern elements, such as performances, tours, experiences, and exhibitions, visitors can encounter the living history and culture preserved within the Royal Tombs of Chosun. Started in 2020, the [2026 World Heritage Chosun Royal Tombs Festival] is entering its 7th year this year, and will be held from October 16 (Fri) to October 25 (Sun). Particularly this year, new programs have been created based on the unique stories and historical values of each royal tomb. By following the stories of the royal tombs and exploring various contents, visitors can experience the historical significance and beauty of the Royal Tombs of Chosun through all five senses.

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