Gyeonggijeon Shrine (경기전) (Jeonju) | historic landmark

 shrine, historic landmark

Gyeonggijeon Shrine was erected in 1410 and holds the portrait of King Taejo (born Yi Seong Gye), the founder of the Joseon Dynasty in 1392. Gyeonggijeon was burned down shortly after the 1592-98 invasions but was rebuilt in 1614.

Yi's portrait hangs in a rear building. The portrait itself shows King Taejo resplendent in an embroidered robe, against a pale yellow background. It occupies the center of a three sided building lined with portraits of some of his more renowned successors - Sejong, Yeongjo, Gojong and Jeongjo - and a number of original palanquins used in official ceremonies.

To the right of the central shrine area is a raised wooden building known as the Jeonju Sago. This structure holds historical archives detailing the administrative affairs of the king.