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Welcome Reception: Korean Gardens, Shilla Hotel
18 June, 19:30 - 21:00
The Welcome Reception takes place in the traditional Korean Gardens of the Shilla Hotel. Delegates will enjoy a relaxed atmosphere to network with peers. The gardens are typical of the Shilla dynasty and offer stunning views of Namsan Mountain. The garden is also home to Yeong Bin Gwan, a State Guest House built in 1967 by the Korean Government to host foreign visitors.
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Gala Dinner: Changgyeong Palace
19 June, 18:30 - 21:30
The ICGN Gala Dinner is being held in the historic Changgyeong Palace, one of Korea's National Treasures. Delegates will benefit from a rare opportunity to dine in one of the few remaining buildings of the Joseon Dynesty, dating back to 1418. The Palace was built for the former King Taejong and was used to host banquets for international diplomatic missions.
Changgyeong Palace has an array of architectural quirks of the Joseon period. The main entry gate, Honghwamun, faces eastward rather than the traditional south, largely to avoid facing Jongmyo, the ancestral shrine. The ceiling of Honghwamun features striking lotus blossom motifs reflecting early Joseon style. Passing through the main gates, delegates will come to Okcheongyo, a traditional stone bridge that arches over a small stream. Walking further on, there is Myeongjeongmum, a stately hall used as an office for Korean royalty. The exquisite ceiling inside the hall depicts gold-leafed phoenixes which indicate the site as the Queen's administration.
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