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The Royal Guards of Gyeongbokgung Palace, located in Seoul’s Jongno District, are part of a ceremonial reenactment that brings to life the traditions of the Joseon Dynasty (1392–1897). Historically known as "Sumunjang" (수문장), these guards were responsible for protecting the main palace gates, particularly Gwanghwamun, the palace’s most iconic entrance.
Today, the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony is a meticulously choreographed cultural performance held several times a day in front of Gwanghwamun Gate. The guards wear vibrant traditional uniforms, historical armor, and period hats, all crafted with impressive attention to detail. Each costume reflects specific ranks and roles, and includes authentic replicas of traditional weapons such as halberds and Korean swords (geom).
The ceremony blends traditional music, formal movements, and a solemn atmosphere, allowing visitors to experience a vivid glimpse of Korea’s past. Although the participants are not actual soldiers but trained performers and cultural staff, the commitment to historical accuracy is strict, offering an immersive portrayal of the palace's former security system.
Beyond its visual appeal, the ceremony stands as a symbolic reminder of Korea’s enduring cultural heritage and the central role Gyeongbokgung Palace once held as the seat of royal authority.
Gyeongbokgung Royal Palace, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
C-GTSN, an Airbus A330-243, on short final for runway 06L at Toronto Pearson International Airport in Mississauga, Ontario.
It was arriving as TSC309 (Air Transat A.T. Inc.) from Rome, Italy.
I took this on the way over to the coast, It was about halfway between Ukiah and Ft. Bragg, CA. It took a while before she looked away from me so I could capture her profile. Happy New Year everyone. I'll be gone thru 1/31 on a South America cruise to Antartica. Praying for calm seas!
The best way to turn a woman's head
is to tell her she has a beautiful profile.
(Sacha Guitry)
Challenge on Flickr - Portrait & Sharp
Smile on Saturday! :-) - Profile Portrait
(my daughter Freya through her husband's lens)
Thanks for views, faves and comments!
Did some quick compositing and fake focus with the image from earlier to make myself a new profile image. :)
Looks like an old ID shot of an ageless creature, still valid today.
This is a male waiting for some mating ritual.
When he's ready, his color turns orange (oops) and his future mate knows its time to make a move.
A man wearing a kufiyyeh looks up during a kite event, sending messages to the sky, reminding people of the ongoing genocide in Gaza.
A recent report revealed that 51 countries continued to arm Israel during the genocide.
New profile picture because why not?
When will all you photography wizards teach me your ways tho, im waiting for you guys!
A long-tailed macaque (macaca fascicularis) relaxing in a tree. Photographed near Chamarel, in Black River Gorges National Park, Mauritius.
In a boring ole profile wedge shot, Southern #154 rolls through McWherter Park in the morning light.
New Blog Post - Styling and Profiling
Featuring: Mangue. SL / SweetArt / Vive Nine in Second Life
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