This afternoon tour is a excellent way to introduce yourself to korea and korean history the first stop is at changdeok palace this 16th century structure is a well preserved national treasure the palace grounds are comprised of a public palace area the royal family residence building and the rear garden known as a place of rest for the kings the rear garden boasts a gigantic tree that is over 300 years old a small pond and a pavilion just down the street is insadong a district where th