King Gojong’s library at Gyeongbokgung opens for limited time

At the very back of the Gyeongbokgung grounds sits a quiet study once reserved for kings. Starting Wednesday, the space opens to the public for a brief season. Korea Heritage Service said Monday that Jibokjae, along with the neighboring Parujeong pavilion, will operate as a library from April 1 through Oct. 31. Access will be limited to select periods: the space will be closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, during the summer months of June to August, and over the Chuseok holiday. Jibokjae, which means

By The Korea Herald