Sungnyemun Gate (숭례문)
40 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
Quick answer
Sungnyemun Gate (숭례문) is a attraction in 40 Sejong-daero,. Sungnyemun Gate is Korea’s National Treasure No. Use the address, map link, visitor details, and official links below before deciding whether it fits your Korea itinerary.
About Sungnyemun Gate (숭례문)
Sungnyemun Gate is Korea’s National Treasure No. 1, and its unofficial name is Namdaemun Gate. Sungnyemun Gate is the largest castle gate stone structure with an arched entrance in the middle. There’s a column on top of a platform, raising the roof, distinguishing the upper stories and lower stories of the building. Passageways for traffic are located at the east and west ends of the gate. Different from the other gates, Sungnyemun Gate’s tablet has its name written vertically. On February 10, 2008, Sungnyemun was destroyed by fire. After a 5-year reconstruction work, the gate was re-opened to the public again on May 4, 2013.
- Type
- Attraction
- Address
- 40 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
- Postal code
- 04528
- Phone
- +82-2-779-8547
- Opening hours
- 09:00-18:00 (Last admission 17:50)
- Fees
- Confirm before visiting
- Parking
- Confirm before visiting
- Updated
- 2024-11-27
- Data last synced
- 2026-06-25
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Visitor tips
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Sungnyemun Gate (숭례문) FAQ
Where is Sungnyemun Gate (숭례문) located?
40 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
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