Bosingak is a bell pavilion in Seoul. It was originally built in 1396, but it was destroyed in a fire. The bell was rebuilt in 1468 and is now in the national museum. The bell in the belfrey was built in 1985 with funds raised by the public.
The bell was used to keep time during the Joseon Dynasty. There were 4 gates in Seoul where people could go in and out. At 4 a.m. the bell would ring 33 times and the gates would open. At 10 p.m. the bell would ring 28 times and the gates would close.
Bosingak Belfrey is Seoul-si Monument No. 10
I was lucky to get there for the bell ringing ceremony. There is a bell ringing ceremony held daily (except Mondays) at 11:30am. I got there a little bit late, but was able to see the whole ceremony. Clips from the ceremony are in my video.
Pictures:
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How to Get There: Seoul Metro Line 1-Jonggak Station Exit 4
Admission: Free
Open Year Round
Bell Tolling Ceremony: Daily (except Monday) 11:30 am-12:20 pm
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