Hwaseong Fortress, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea

4.5 (967 reviews) Spent 2-3 hours Ranking #1 in Suwon Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas

Let us go back to Joseon dynasty

Hwaseong Fortress in the town of Suwon is just a 30-minute train ride from Seoul. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of Korea’s most important historical treasures and is the only remaining walled fortress in the country.
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Address

910, Jeongjo-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi-do 16253 South Korea

Website

http://www.swcf.or.kr/?p=58

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  • 5Leonhkny 5:00 PM Nov 14, 2022
    Hidden gem of Korea
    This is the perfect destination to explore Korean history without the crowd in Seoul's major palaces. Hwaseong is a well-maintained walled city close to the capital. A pleasant, largely flat trail along the old city wall offers a photogenic view of Joseon architecture as well as some picturesque spots. Very enjoyable experience with almost no foreign tourists. Well worth the hour drive from Seoul.
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  • 5Jake Aller 5:00 PM Jan 26, 2020
    must visit site
    beautifully restored palace and fortress dating back to the 16th century. The Japanese left if in a mess but starting about 1990 the Korean government spend a fortune fixing it up. the fortress, palace, museum and grounds are a short taxi ride or bus ride from the KTX station or subway line from Seoul. Coming from Seoul the KTX or the express train is the way to go takes 15 minutes as opposed to one hour via crowded regular subway line. there is a traditional market as part of the complex with lots of things to see and places to eat. Suwon's chicken street is near by as are lots of suwon Kalbi joints. Suwon is famous for both now a days.

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