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Seonnong Daeje Royal Farming Rite

Seonnong Daeje Royal Farming Rite Ended

Apr 18, 2026 · Seoul

Heritage & Traditional

This festival has ended — many return annually, so it may come back next year. See current festivals in Seoul or plan around your dates.
DatesApr 18, 2026
VenueSeonnongdan Altar History Park
Address38 Muhak-ro 44-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
AdmissionFree
Hours09:00–15:00
Contact02-3295-5566
Websiteddmac.or.kr/sub09/sub02.php/

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The 47th reenactment of Joseon's royal farming rite at Seonnongdan altar — where kings prayed for good harvests and plowed the first furrow themselves. After the rite and royal procession, the crowd shares seolleongtang from giant cauldrons: the beef soup whose very name, tradition says, comes from this altar.

Description translated from official Korean tourism data. Details can change — verify with the organizer before you go.

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