Seoul Sungkyunkwan Munmyo Hall, A blend of ancient academia and modern vibrance
성균관명륜당
25-1 Sungkyunkwan-ro, Myeongnyun 3(sam)-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
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Introduction
Mingluntang Hall of Sungkyunkwan University is one of the oldest institutions of higher education in South Korea, established during the reign of King Chungnyeol. The building is one of the representative structures of the Joseon Dynasty, designated as Treasure No. 141 along with the Daejojeon Hall, which enshrines the tablet of Confucius. Mingluntang was the classroom of Sungkyunkwan, where students received education and lectures. These buildings were symbols of the policy of worshipping Confucianism and reflected the religious and cultural values of the time. Today, Mingluntang is located within "Sungkyunkwan University" and serves as a witness to the development of education in South Korea and globally. Mingluntang has become the prototype for the engraved image on the Korean won, permanently recording its important position in Korean history and culture. Address 25-1 Sungkyunkwan-ro, Myeongnyun 3(sam)-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Opening hours 9:00-17:30. Weekdays 9:00-17:00, weekends 9:00-17:30. Holidays: open all year round.
Transportation Subway: Exit 4 of Huihua Station on Line 4, Exit 2 of Anguo Station on Line 3. Bus: No. 301 to Sungkyunkwan University.
A highly prestigious school in South Korea at present
