Suwon Hwaseong Fortress
Gyeonggi-do · South Korea
Suwon Hwaseong Fortress is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Korea's only remaining walled fortress.
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9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Suwon Hwaseong Fortress2:59
Welcome, distinguished traveler, to Suwon Hwaseong Fortress. I am delighted to be your guide through this monumental triumph of eighteenth century architecture. …
Listen in the app2Janganmun: The Magnificent North Gate2:39
We begin our journey at Janganmun, the monumental north gate of the fortress. Unlike most traditional Korean fortresses and cities where the south gate serves as the primary entrance, Suwon Hwaseong is unique. …
Listen in the app3Hwahongmun and Dongbukgangnu: The Water Gate and Pavilion2:43
As we continue our walk, the sturdy stone path leads us to one of the most picturesque locations in the entire fortress. Here, the wall gracefully crosses over the Suwoncheon stream. …
Listen in the app4Dongjangdae: The Eastern Command Post2:29
Our journey now brings us to a wide, expansive open area. This is Dongjangdae, the Eastern Command Post, also known as Yeonmudae. …
Listen in the app5Bongdon: The Beacon Tower2:38
Following the gentle curve of the eastern wall, we encounter a structure that looks entirely different from the rest of the fortress. This imposing brick and stone edifice is Bongdon, the beacon tower. …
Listen in the app6Seobukgongsimdon and Hwaseomun2:35
We now approach the western edge of the fortress, where we find one of the most remarkable architectural innovations of Suwon Hwaseong: the Seobukgongsimdon, or the Northwest Hollow Observation Tower. The name itself reveals its…
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Prepare yourself for a bit of a climb, for our next destination sits atop the highest vantage point of the fortress walls. This is Seojangdae, the Western Command Post, perched firmly on the peak of Mount Paldalsan. …
Listen in the app8Hwaseong Haenggung: The Temporary Palace2:37
We conclude our exploration of the physical structures by descending into the heart of the city to visit Hwaseong Haenggung. This sprawling complex is a temporary palace, designed specifically to house the king and his royal…
Listen in the app9Closing2:17
As our journey through Suwon Hwaseong Fortress draws to a close, let us pause to reflect on the profound historical tapestry we have unraveled today. We have walked the same stones where elite soldiers trained, stood in the…
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What is Suwon Hwaseong Fortress?
Suwon Hwaseong Fortress is a place in Gyeonggi-do · South Korea with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Gyeonggi-do · South Korea |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 9 |
| Total length | 23 min 24 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 37.5901, 127.0568 |
| Last updated |
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