The Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty in Republic of Korea
Resting at the base of a sprawling hill and facing toward the shore, this series of Korean royal tombs documents a stunning lineage in the Joseon Dynasty. The tombs are surrounded by ceremonial decorations, wooden shines and the homes of tomb keepers, all glorifying Joseon ancestors and awing travelers today. Two other Korean burial sites, Gyeongju Hisotic Areas and Compex of Koguryo, were already on UNESCO's World Heritage List
