The Most Beautiful Place in The Most Beautiful Garden.

in #travel7 years ago

The most awesome place in Garden was where we stopped by at first. I already had posted one part, the pond and the island, on them in last posting.

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This place was so beautiful, because every things and facilities were harmonized and balanced.
The pond and the island was located in the center and the pavilions and the official building were arranged around the pond and the island.

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In this posting, let me introduce the buildings and pavilions.

This building could be said the main theme of this posting.
Two story wooden building was a library of King.
In Choson Dynasty, King must be a Confucian Scholar. So the prince had to study very hard.
King often wrote the books.

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In the King of Jeong Jo, he ordered to establish the library for king himself and the academy for young officials. And King named it ‘Kyu Jang Kak’

King Jeong Jo had reigned 1776 - 1800.

This Kyu Jang Kak had played very important role in the reign of King Jeong Jo.
He had taught the young officials and appointed them to the important place.

He’d like to reign his country according to the ideals of Confucian philosophy, for implementing his project the academy was essential. In fact the officials had been trained in the Kyu Jang Kak had played the role of king’ supporter.

Thanks to the Kyu Jang Kak, Korea became the one of the country having the most materials and books in the world in 14 - 19 century. These books and materials were moved to Seoul National University. Now these materials and books were translated from Chinese letter to Korean. The period for the translation is to be said for more than hundred years.

King Jeong Jo did his best to cultivate the young officials, so he established ‘Kyu Jang Kak’ in the best place in the Garden.
According to story, King Jeong Jo had banished some officials who could not solve his question to the island in the pond.

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There was a wall of bamboo in front of Kyu Jang Kak. Bamboo wall shows how they thought the harmony with Nature important.

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There were three gate in the wall. Only king could use the main gate, other officials used small gate side of the main gate.

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The other side of Kyu Jang Kak, there was a pavilion had been used for kings healing place.
King sometimes enjoyed fishing on the pond.

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Kings family had took a rest around the pond, this was a place for kings family.

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All of these buildings and the pond and the island composed the best place in the Garden.

With the death of King Jeong Jo, Kyu Jang Kak was dismissed by the old officials who hated King’s reformation.

After death of King Jeong Jo, Choson Dynasty lost it’s internal dynamics and power to overcome the threat from outside.

So this place was not only the most beautiful place but also the last place of dynasty’s glory.

I could not take enough photos due to the schedule by the guide. We needed to finish walking around the garden in One hour.

(Another posting on the Garden to be continued)

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Garden that harmonizes with nature without damaging nature
I think it is a proud Korean culture that never lingers anywhere in the world.
I have not seen all the gardens of the world, but in my opinion it is certainly one of the best gardens in the world.

That's what I want to say to all ~. You've picked the best point.

So it's 'jjijjippong' XD~

jjijjippong ~~ >,<
How funny words is~!!

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But this is the site of @slowwalker nim
I do not know if I can play here like this. ^^

He might understand meaning of ‘jjijjippong’ .... in case we @sochul, @jack8831 and myself we all need to scold by @slowwalker nim.

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Absolutely gorgeous. I would love to go see it one day.

indian culture also like this guys i am proud to be an indian

For a solid portion of human history, people have been cultivating flora in gardens for both practical and aesthetic use. But we’re not just talking about tiny plots in your backyard where you grow tomatoes. Gardening is an art form, from the Zen-like gardens of the eastern tradition, to perfectly manicured Western sanctuaries. Here, we take a look at 10 of the most beautiful from across the globe.

Absolutely agreed.
Each culture has it's value.
What we need to do is understanding for the different culture.
I wish my posting is a start of this understanding

a very beautiful place, I really wanted to be there. do not forget to follow me yes, I'm new user steemit.

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"So this place was not only the most beautiful place but also the last place of dynasty’s glory"...this statement made me read the post again and made me appreciate such beauty nature is to man. Looking forward to the next post on this.

It is as historical as it is beautiful.

Thank you for your comment

i love the way asians generally are able to preserve and maintain every bit of their tradition, the architecture, fashion, food,basically everything.

i love how each part of the garden has a story and history nehind it.
so beautiful

Thank you so much

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Sweet looking image and I wish one day I may get to visit Korea myself.. Thanks for sharing

I would love to visit this beautiful garden someday, am so much in love with nature

Thank you for posting @slowwalker, nim.

Lovely photographs and story of this very harmonious royal setting. A very beautiful and tranquil place indeed. To imagine the finery....the pomp ....the formalities was a delight.

Confucian philosophy is full of principles...is it not?

If you desire a hot cup of tea...begin anew.....is one perhaps.

Steemians appreciate enjoying the day out with you.....thank you.

Wishing you and your family all the best.

Cheers.

Thank you so much for your comment

Indeed. I can only imagine being able to spend my mornings in deep thought in such a beautiful place. Mesmerizing.

when man allies himself with nature he makes very beautiful things ...

Beautiful pictures. Great camera work.

very nice place... looks so soothing...

It's a bold statement but it's indeed the best place I've ever seen! I hope i can visit it someday.

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This is beautiful

is this photo shop

wow, amazing.
South Africa maybe?

Its in China Rainbow Mountains

oooh. ok
its Beautiful

Travel bucket lists are good to have. Keeps you fresh to see new parts of the world.

Wow, is that real? It reminded me of a scene from the movie "What dreams may come"

Looks very nice. Looks like a Ninja training center.

Very beautiful! I can imagine how beautiful it is in the spring, when everything comes to life. The architecture is unusual.

very good dear have good time