2024

HWASEONG FORTRESS

Military monuments
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A fortress built between 1794 and 1796, representing 18th-century military ... Read more
2024

PALDAMUN GATE

Fortifications and ramparts to visit

This half-moon shaped gate is the most famous of the gates that belong to Hwaseong Fortress. This is the south door which has the peculiarity of being independent, detached from the rest of the structure. It's quite confusing though fascinating to see that nowadays it is used as a roundabout. This former guard platform has characteristics specific to western castles (battlements and loopholes). Just on its side, you can see a plaque with all the names of those who participated in its construction

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2024

MR TOILET HOUSE

Museums
Unusual museum in Suwon showing the evolution of toilets and some funny ... Read more