Joseon Dynasty
The Joseon Dynasty (1392–1897) shaped Korea’s culture, science, and society for over 500 years.
Founding and Governance
Founded by Yi Seong-gye, Joseon established a Confucian state with a strong bureaucracy and civil service exams.
Culture and Science
King Sejong’s creation of Hangul, advances in printing, and Confucian scholarship defined the era.
Foreign Relations
Joseon maintained tributary relations with China and faced invasions from Japan and the Manchus.