Royal Library Uigwe Exhibition - National Museum

Journey through Korean royal history at the Royal Library Uigwe Exhibition at the National Museum of Korea. Uigwe are the meticulously illustrated royal protocol books that documented every significant ceremony, ritual, and event of the Joseon Dynasty with extraordinary detail. This long-running exhibition presents these UNESCO-registered documents alongside multimedia installations that bring centuries-old royal ceremonies to life. See how royal weddings, state funerals, and diplomatic events were orchestrated with precision, and marvel at the artistic skill of the court painters who recorded them. Located in the National Museum of Korea in Yongsan — one of the worlds largest museums with free general admission.