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11.20.2008

Gyeongbok Palace Ruins Unearthed

Officials of the National Research Institute of Cultural Heritage and reporters on Tuesday tour the remains of part of Gyeongbok Palace unearthed under a road near Gwanghwamun, Seoul. \

Ruins of part of Gyeongbok Palace dating back 600 years ago have been unearthed under a road near Gwanghwamun, the main gate of the palace. The ruins are so well preserved that they are reminiscent of those of Pompeii.

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