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Two traditional Korean pavilions with red pillars overlook a green pond, framed by lush trees at Changdeokgung Palace, Seoul.

Changdeokgung Palace, Seoul, Korea

Garden pavilions at Changdeokgung, the second Seoul palace on the trip after Gyeongbokgung.

Changdeokgung Palace, Seoul, South KoreaSeptember 2025NIKON Z 6NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S24 mmƒ/5.61/250 sISO 140

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Gyeongbokgung Palace, Seoul, Korea

Three guards in blue traditional Joseon-style robes, black hats and beaded necklaces hold poles at a Gyeongbokgung Palace ceremony.

Guards in blue, red and teal robes hold colorful flags at a royal guard ceremony before Gyeongbokgung Palace as crowds watch.

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People stroll along the wet sand at Gwangalli Beach in Busan at sunset, with high-rises and dramatic clouds glowing above.