Synopsis The story is set in Korea during the reigns of King Seongjong (1457-1494), King Yeonsan (1494-1506) and King Jungjong (1506-1544). The epilogue also spans through the reigns of King Injong (1544-1545) and King Myeongjong (1545-1567), with the last scene from March 1550. Plot. About 500 years ago during the time of Chosun Dynasty, Korea boasted a rigidly hierarchical and male dominated social structure. Set in this period, "Jewel in the Palace" is based on a true story about a legendary girl named Jang-Geum who became the first woman to be the supreme royal physician of her times. About 500 years ago during the time of Chosun Dynasty, Korea boasted a rigidly hierarchical and male dominated social structure. Based on a true story about a legendary girl, Jang Geum, who became the first woman to be the supreme royal physician of her times. Jewel in the Palace bercerita tentang kisah kehidupan seorang perempuan bernama Seo Jang Geum (Lee Yeong Ae), yang merupakan anak dari pengawal kerajaan. Jang Geum hidup seorang diri, sebab ayah ibunya sudah tiada. Sebelum meninggal, ibunya sempat berpesan kepadanya untuk kepala dayang dapur di kerajaan. JEWEL IN THE PALACE DRAMA RECAPS Episode 1 THE KING'S ORDER The story begins in 1482. It's the 13th year of King Seongjong's reign (r.1469-1494) when he orders the execution of deposed Queen Yun ( Yeonsangun's mother ). On her way back to the palace, JangGeum stops by the Royal library to drop off a letter for Jung, WoonBaek and encounters Min, JungHo. On the day she returns to the Royal kitchen, she starts preparing for the NaIn Qualification Exam. .

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