Joseon Dynasty

+The **Joseon Dynasty** (1392–1897) was the last and longest-lived [Korean](/wiki/korea) royal [Dynasty](/wiki/dynasty), ruling the [Korean Peninsula](/wiki/korean_peninsula) for over 500 years. Founded by [Yi Seong-gye](/wiki/yi_seong-gye) (King Taejo), it established [Hanyang](/wiki/hanyang) (modern [Seoul](/wiki/seoul)) as its capital and adopted [Neo-Confucianism](/wiki/neo-confucianism) as the state ideology. This era profoundly influenced the cultural and political landscape of the peninsula, laying essential foundations for modern [Korea](/wiki/korea) through its unique social structure, administrative system, and cultural achievements.

+## History

+The Joseon Dynasty was founded in 1392 by [Yi Seong-gye](/wiki/yi_seong-gye), who became King Taejo, following the collapse of the [Goryeo Dynasty](/wiki/goryeo_dynasty). He moved the capital to [Hanyang](/wiki/hanyang) (modern [Seoul](/wiki/seoul)) and established a highly centralized [Bureaucracy](/wiki/bureaucracy). The dynasty embraced [Neo-Confucianism](/wiki/neo-confucianism) as its guiding principle, which shaped its governance, [Education](/wiki/education), and [Social Structure](/wiki/social_structure), emphasizing [Filial Piety](/wiki/filial_piety) and [Hierarchy](/wiki/hierarchy).

+The early Joseon period saw significant cultural and scientific advancements. King Sejong the Great, one of Joseon's most revered monarchs, oversaw the creation of [Hangul](/wiki/hangul), the [Korean](/wiki/korea) alphabet, and advancements in [Astronomy](/wiki/astronomy) and [Printing](/wiki/printing). This period also codified laws and established a robust administrative system, solidifying Joseon's foundations.

+However, the middle Joseon era was marked by severe challenges. The [Imjin War](/wiki/imjin_war) (1592–1598), a series of [Japanese Invasions](/wiki/japanese_invasion), devastated the country, followed by two invasions from the [Manchu](/wiki/manchu) in the early 17th century. These conflicts weakened the state and led to periods of political instability and economic hardship.

+The **Joseon Dynasty** (1392–1897) was the last and longest-lived [Korean](/wiki/korea) royal [Dynasty](/wiki/dynasty). It profoundly influenced the cultural and political landscape of the peninsula, laying foundations for modern Korea.

+## See also

+- [Korean History](/wiki/korean_history)

+- [Goryeo Dynasty](/wiki/goryeo_dynasty)

+- [Yi Dynasty](/wiki/yi_dynasty)