Where is the tomb of the infamous Joseon king, Yeonsangun?
The tomb of Yeonsangun (r.1494-1506), the most infamous king of the Joseon period, is modest and low key. His father King
Read MoreThe tomb of Yeonsangun (r.1494-1506), the most infamous king of the Joseon period, is modest and low key. His father King
Read MoreThe first English translation of the records from the reign of the founder of Joseon. So it’s a fantastic opportunity to really get a sense of the first few years of the new dynasty in the late 14th century.
Read MoreKing Yeongjo was the longest reigning monarch in the Joseon period (r.1724 -1776) but his rise to the throne was controversial.
Read MoreIn this second post on Joseon kings in historical drama we start with the tyrannical Yeonsangun who appears in the first episodes of Jewel in the Palace.
Read MoreIt’s a rocky start to the Joseon period with nine kings in just over 100 years! And THREE of them
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