Hyangnamu Tree in Changdeokgung Palace (창덕궁 향나무)

Address

99, Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
서울특별시 종로구 율곡로 99 (와룡동)

Type

Rare Animals/ Plants/Spectacular Cliffs & Rock Formations

Inquiries

• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-2-762-8261, 9513 (Changdeokgung Palace Administrative Office) / +82-2-2148-1825 (Jongno-gu Office)

Homepage

http://www.cha.go.kr
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
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Introduction

Hyangnamu or 'Aromatic Tree' in Changdeokgung Palace is estimated to be about 700 years old, meaning it had likely been planted before the palace was built. It stands 12m in height, measures 5.9m in girth around the roots, and has branches spreading in all four directions. It is designated and protected as a National Natural Monument.

Telephone

+82-2-762-8261, 9513 (Changdeokgung Palace Administrative Office)

+82-2-2148-1825 (Jongno-gu Office)

Current Status

Chinese Juniper of Changdeokgung Palace
Natural Monument No. 194 (Designated on March 3, 1968)