Two characters on a roof tile
At the Baekje Royal Palace Museum in Iksan, take a closer look at a roof tile stamped with the characters 'Subu' (首府). The museum explains that similar stamped tiles have been found at Baekje royal-capital sites in Iksan and Buyeo. The characters suggest the presence of royal and central administrative institutions. A small object can tell a surprisingly big story about a kingdom.
From royal palace to Buddhist temple
The Wanggung-ri archaeological site dates to the era of Baekje King Mu. Excavations reveal areas associated with ceremonies and royal life, a garden and workshops; the palace precinct was later transformed into a Buddhist temple. In the museum's permanent Baekje Royal Palace gallery, objects, models and digital interpretation help visitors imagine the scale of buildings that no longer stand. The historic five-story stone pagoda at the site adds another chapter to its history.
Visiting information
The address is 666 Gungseong-ro, Wanggung-myeon, Iksan, Jeonbuk. Official museum hours are 09:00–18:00; admission and parking are free. It closes Mondays and January 1 (with a substitute closure on the first following weekday when Monday is a public holiday). Virtual experiences, guided tours and educational activities may require separate booking; today's availability has not been verified.