Jeongseon Ongju Tomb Site

This is the tomb site of the Andong Kwon clan, into which Princess Jeongseon married, located in Gung-dong, Guro-gu, from the late Joseon period. Princess Jeongseon was the seventh daughter of King Seonjo, the 14th monarch of Joseon, and married Kwon Dae-im of the powerful Andong Kwon clan, living in what is now 67 Gung-dong, Guro-gu. The name 'Gung-dong' originates from their residence, which was a tiled house resembling a palace. The Jeongseon Ongju Tomb Site includes the tomb of Kwon Dae-im, the princess's husband, along with several other tombs of the Andong Kwon clan. This site is often regarded by feng shui practitioners as the best of the best auspicious sites. These tombs serve as valuable examples of the construction methods for Joseon meritorious subject tomb sites, and the tomb's memorial stele and tombstone are considered important materials for the study of tomb systems of the time. Next to the Jeongseon Ongju Tomb Site, the Gung-dong Ecological Park features an ecological trail, walking paths, rest pavilions, and exercise equipment, making it a good place for walks. It is planted with about 25,000 various flowers and trees, and about 100 colorful carp swim in the reservoir, boasting a beautiful landscape and ecological environment rare in Seoul. It is also recommended to visit the Jeongseon Ongju Tomb Site in conjunction with the park.