Chŏngjong event twice a day on the 18th and 20th, ‘National Cultural Heritage Administration’s Palace Heritage Headquarters and National Heritage Promotion Institute will hold a Chŏngjong (stacked bells) event twice a day in front of Heungnyemun Gate at Gyeongbokgung Palace from the 18th to the 20th.,
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, “This is a royal guard procession ceremony. Based on ‘Kyŏnggukdaejeon’ and ‘Kukjobiui’ which record ‘Chŏngjong’ and ‘Eolryeui (military ceremony commanded by the king)’ respectively, it reproduces the methods and performances for the king’s ceremonies and guard procession in a highly formal manner. ‘Jinbŏp’ is the method of arranging troops in a certain formation for battle, and ‘Yŏnmu’ is a martial arts demonstration.”,
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, ‘Chŏngjong is a military ceremony of the Joseon Dynasty where the king’s guard is inspected. When the bell rings, the soldiers stationed at the palace, as well as civil and military officials and the central guards known as Owi (Five Armies), all gather for a review in front of the king to check the training level and state of the military. It showcases the appearance of the early Joseon Dynasty, which sought to maintain military discipline to uphold the foundation of the nation and establish strong royal authority.’,
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, ‘About 120 people participate in the reenactment. It presents the early Joseon military system ‘Owijinbŏp’ and elaborate traditional martial arts. An official from the Palace Heritage Headquarters stated, “We plan to enhance the spectacle with the replication of the costumes and weapons of the early Joseon military officials based on historical evidence.”‘,
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, ‘The event will also take place next to the Hyupsaemun Gate at Gyeongbokgung Palace. Gaepsa experience program will be held twice a day. Anyone can learn martial arts such as archery, shield, staff, and spear fighting while wearing military official attire. For more details, refer to the Palace Heritage Headquarters or the National Heritage Promotion Institute website.’,
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