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Located in Jongno, Seoul, Tapgol Park is a historically significant site known for its connection to Korea’s independence movement and the Wongaksa Pagoda. Originally the site of Wongaksa Temple during the Joseon Dynasty, the park is home to the 10-story Wongaksa Pagoda, a National Treasure dating back to 1467. This intricately carved stone pagoda is one of the finest examples of early Joseon-era Buddhist architecture.
Beyond its historical and architectural significance, Tapgol Park played a crucial role in the March 1st Independence Movement of 1919, where activists gathered to protest Japanese colonial rule. Today, visitors can see monuments and inscrip...