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Seoul,

Koreasouth

1910

 
 
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The Koki Gate. Seoul

Modern Seoul owes its origin to a city called Namgyeong

Namgyeong was constructed during the Goryeo era, which later went on to become the capital of the Joseon dynasty. The history of Seoul tells that this city was encircled by a wall which had large gates positioned at the four compass points. At present, Namdaemun (South Gate) stands tall as the most
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