World Heritage connection: Jongmyo Shrine

Royal ancestral ritual in the Jongmyo shrine and its music

Le rituel royal ancestral du sanctuaire de Jongmyo et sa musique

The Jongmyo Shrine in Seoul is the setting for a Confucian ritual dedicated to the ancestors of the Joseon dynasty (14th to the 19th century) that encompasses song, dance and music. The ritual is practised once a year on the first Sunday in May and is organized by the descendants of the royal family. It offers a unique example of a...