Suwon Hwaseong Fortress [UNESCO World Heritage] (수원 화성 [유네스코 세계문화유산])
Suwon was one of four main regional government centers during the Joseon dynasty. Hwaseong Fortress, built to protect the city, was designated as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site on December 12, 1997 for its historical value. The fortress offers various performances daily as well as the Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival every fall. The walls stretch for 5,700 kilometers, with Paldalsan Mountain at the center. The fortress, constructed from 1794 to 1796, was built as a display of King Jeongjo’s filial piety towards his father and to build a new pioneer city with its own economic power.
Introduction Information
- Experience Guide
- Suwon Hwaseong Stamp Tour, Hwaseong Fortress Tourist Trolley, Gukgung (Traditional Korean Archery), Hanok Technology Exhibition Hall, Animated Video - Tour of Hwaseong Fortress with Hwaseong the Mascot, Bell of Hyowon – Bell Ringing Experience, Flying Suwon
- Opening Hours
- Open 24 hr
- Holiday
- N/A (Open all year round)
- Parking
- Available
- World Cultural Heritage
- 1
- Inquiries
- +82-31-290-3600
- Admission Fees
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Individuals - Adults 1,000 won / Teenagers 700 won / Children 500 won
Groups - Adults 700 won / Teenager 500 won / Children 300 won
- Restrooms
- Available
- Parking Fees
- Interpretation Services Offered
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Korean Culture & Tourism Guide: English & Japanese
* Advance reservation required
Gyeonggi-do Suwon-si Weather Rating
- 2024-11-10 Fair
- Caution advised
- 2024-11-11 Good
- Suitable for outdoor tourism
- 2024-11-12 Good
- Suitable for outdoor tourism
- 2024-11-13 Fair
- Caution advised
- 2024-11-14 Poor
- Not recommended for outdoor activities
- 2024-11-15 Fair
- Caution advised
- 2024-11-16 Poor
- Not recommended for outdoor activities
- Initial Registration Date
- 2009-09-29 19:00
- Last Updated
- 2024-10-24 18:11
- Inquiry
- +82-31-290-3600
- Homepage
- www.swcf.or.kr
- Address
- [16273] Yeonghwa-dong, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
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A nearby travel spot
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