Korean Dictionary

How to say “Jongmyo Shrine” in Korean

종묘

jongmyo

Usage & Context

Jongmyo is a Confucian royal shrine in Seoul that houses the spirit tablets of Joseon kings and queens. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the oldest preserved royal shrines in East Asia. The Jongmyo Jerye ceremony performed there is also a UNESCO heritage.

Example Sentence

종묘는 조선 왕들의 위패를 모신 왕실 사당이에요.

Jongmyo is a royal shrine that houses the spirit tablets of Joseon kings.

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