"The People are the root of a country and food is the sky"
Turning out to be a great country of the world, Korean history with superior power temting the others to think about its past ,present and the future.Somehow the great history of Korea was made by its people,ansestors of modern Koreans.Unlikely most of the other parts of the world,Koreans seems to be giving a great example of showing the gratitude and respect for the ansestors to the maximum.So, King Sejong was highly respected in many aspects.As he strenghthen korea by keeping his role in many characters,as a Human,leader and as an interlectual."Hanguel"the korean alphabet is known as agreat creation of this leader. It's worth listen to this great Korean's biography.King Sejong was born as the 3rd child of Queen Wongyeong and Taejong,The 3rd King in Choseon Dynasty on May 15,1397.In 1418, he came to the throne as 4th King of Choseon Dynasty after his father ,Taejong at the age of 22.King Sejong accomplished renaissance of Choseon Dynasty by developing promulgation of Hangeul ,Science technology,culture and arts,militarry affairs diplomacy,agriculture and astronomy on thr basis of love of people -based thought,'Story of Sejong'will be committed to the place for communication and unification of admire acheivements.
PLaza infront of Gyongbok Palace is a famouse attraction for locals and foreigners.This place is paved and several statues are stand as monuments of the people.King Sejong's monument also featured at the place.The interesting space starts behind the statue.It directs people in to amuseum which shows life and activities of King Sejong. Space is articulated to make several spaces within this space showing the life and activities of this great man.Area which shows the Creation of Hangeul is attractive with several displaying techniques.There are several access points for this place and worth visiting atleast once to experience the life of this great Korean King.
ow, i love this guy. not only created hangul, but under his rule also Korean celestial globe, like this one http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/d8/Korean_celestial_globe.jpg is created..
ReplyDeleteIt's a very cool stuff, isn't it? I saw one in Indepence Hall in Cheonan..
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