A newly opened exhibition is offering a look at Western-style buildings and objects at Deoksugung, one of the five Joseon-era ...

Gojong’s experience likely left a lasting impression — one that would influence the design of Deoksu Palace upon his return, where he incorporated Western-style buildings into the royal grounds.

From the outside it is a mostly white, Western-style wooden building, yet it features traditional Japanese elements such as the ridge-end tiles, showcasing a blend of Japanese and Western styles.