Mongchontoseong, Ancient earthen fortress in Olympic Park, Seoul, South Korea
The fortification walls of Mongchontoseong stretch 2.7 kilometers in length and reach heights between 6 to 7 meters, featuring a protective moat at the base.
Built during the Baekje period in the 3rd or 4th century, Mongchontoseong formed part of Wiryeseong, serving as a defensive structure for the kingdom.
The Mongchontoseong Museum of History displays artifacts and dugout hut sites that reveal the daily life of the Baekje Dynasty inhabitants.
Visitors can access the fortress through Mongchontoseong Station on Line 8 and explore the 2.4-kilometer walking trail from 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily.
The fortress grounds hosted the running section of the modern pentathlon during the 1988 Summer Olympics, connecting ancient history with modern sports.
GPS coordinates: 37.52074,127.11879
Latest update: March 8, 2025 02:00
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