Naeuiwon (Infirmary) (Seoul)

Korea (South) / Soul / Seoul
 pharmacy, infirmary

Naeuiwon (Infirmary) is where the royal doctors of the court cared for the King and his family. It was also called "Yakbang", which literally means a pharmacy.

The royal doctors were always on duty, day and night, by turns. In Naeuiwon, various kinds of herbs from all over the country were prepared and preserved.
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Coordinates:   37°34'46"N   126°59'33"E
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