“Unearthing Royal Comfort: Inside the 1,300-Year-Old Flush Toilet Fit for a Korean Prince”
Picture this: a granite throne—crown prince approved—sitting decorously in Donggung Palace, South Korea, where dignified royals once took care of their business more than 1,300 years ago! Yep, you heard that right. Archaeologists digging around the ruins of this ancient royal dwelling have unearthed what is believed to be the oldest flush toilet found in the country. Unlike today’s porcelain wonders, this one drained straight into a river… not exactly the most hygienic scene for tea time, right? But hey, in a time when cleanliness was just becoming a priority, this discovery sheds light on sanitation practices among the elite of the Silla Dynasty. So, what about this royal potty makes it so special? Let’s dive into the past where the history of toilets intertwines with royal privilege and unique plumbing systems. Curious to step back in time? LEARN MORE.
The flush toilet, the oldest of its kind ever found in South Korea, was likely used by a crown prince and the high-ranking women who lived at Donggung Palace.
Kim Gyeong YeolThe granite toilet features a stepping stone on either side for users to place their feet.
Archaeologists excavating the ruins of Donggung Palace near Gyeongju, South Korea, recently came across a unique flushing toilet that was likely used by a crown prince of the Silla Dynasty some 1,300 years ago.
The oldest of its kind ever found in the country, the toilet drained directly into a nearby river. While this isn’t hygienic by today’s standards, it was revolutionary in Korea at the time and is evidence of the importance of sanitation in the culture.
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