Suwon Hwaseong Travel Guide, South Korea
Scenic spot introduction:
Suwon Hwaseong Fortress is a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage and is located in Eupseong, Suwon City, Gyeonggi Province. It was the 22nd generation of the Joseon Dynasty, King Jeongjo, who moved his father's remains from Baebong Mountain in Yangju to Suwon Hwasan, which is known as the best Feng Shui treasure land in Korea, and moved the Eupseong near Hwasan Mountain. At the current location at the foot of Suwon Paldal Mountain, Suwon Hwaseong Fortress was built.Attractions distribution:
Suwon Hwaseong Fortress is a unique flat mountain city that has both military defense and commercial functions. The functions of the facilities are the most scientific and reasonable, and the structure is practical. It can be called a model of oriental city walls. It was built by scholars at that time through sufficient research and meticulous planning, and combined the culmination of Eastern and Western architectural techniques. It has great architectural historical significance.Scenic spot features:
Sightseeing and Historic SitesTransportation
Scenic spot location:
Asia>South Korea>Seoul City
How to get there:
You can take Subway Line 1 from Seoul directly to Suwon. The time required varies slightly depending on the departure station, but it is usually within an hour. In addition to the subway, tourists can also take the train to Suwon.
Almost all the buses running in Suwon City run around the city walls. It is generally better to start the tour from the corner of Paldal Park or Jang'an Park. Take the bus at Suwon Passenger Terminal or Suwon Station.
Scenic area map:
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Tickets
Suwon Hwaseong Ticket Price:
Individual – Adults 1,000 won / Youth and military personnel 700 won / Children 500 won
Group – Adults 700 won / Youth and military personnel 500 won / Children 300 won
Group tickets are limited to 30 people or more
Scenic area opening hours:
Summer 09:00 ~ 18:00
Winter 09:00 ~ 17:00
Travel Tips
Best time to visit:
autumn
Shopping recommendations:
Korean ginseng, Korean utensils, Korean jewelry, folk crafts, puppets, seaweed, etc.
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