Queen Jeonghyeon was the biological mother of King Jungjong, the 11th monarch of the Joseon Dynasty.
The site features a T-shaped wooden shrine building, known as a Jeongjagak, designed for ancestral rites.
The burial mounds are strictly off-limits to visitors to ensure the preservation of the earthwork and turf.
Seonjeongneung is one of the few places in Seoul where you can view historical royal architecture framed by modern skyscrapers.
The tomb utilizes 'Byeongpungseok' stones, a fence-like structure of engraved stone blocks, to protect the mound base.
The Tomb of Queen Jeonghyeon, known as Seolleung, serves as the royal burial site of the third wife of King Seongjong of the Joseon Dynasty. It is part of the larger Seonjeongneung complex, which houses both the Queen's tomb and the tomb of King Seongjong. The site is a UNESCO World Heritage cultural property, representative of the 15th-century Joseon royal funerary architecture. The tomb mound is encircled by stone guardians, including figures of civil and military officials, horses, and tigers. This location remains a rare green oasis within the high-density Gangnam District, preserving a forested landscape amidst the city's concrete infrastructure. The site layout follows traditional feng shui principles, orienting the burial mound toward the south.
The path looking toward the Jeongjagak shrine with the modern city skyline visible over the forest canopy.
Walk the perimeter trail that circles the wooded area to view the tombs from varying elevated angles.
Bring comfortable walking shoes, as the path transitions from paved surfaces to dirt trails through the forest.
Visit the onsite visitor center first to gain context on the Joseon royal burial system before walking the grounds.
Do not attempt to walk onto the grass mounds, as this is strictly prohibited to prevent erosion.
Closed on Mondays.
Maintain silence, do not climb on stone structures, and keep to the marked walking paths.
