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Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty

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Summary: This documentary introduces the royal tombs of the dynasty of Joseon, which encompass 40 some tombs of kings and queens built over a period of five centuries. Honoring Korea’s rulers and the achievements of their reign, the tombs also reveal the burial customs, historic practices and memorial rituals during the Joseon era (1392-1910). Language: English, Chinese, French, Spanish, Korean Format: DVD (NTSC, PAL) Year of Publication: 2009 Running Time: 47minutes Publisher: Asia Channel (KF Sponsored) Price: Not for sale, but available through official request from institutions Inquiry: The Korea Foundation (+82-2-2151-6520)