Gwanggaeto Stele

The granite monument measures 6.39 meters in height and features inscriptions on all four sides written in classical Chinese, containing 1802 characters.

The stele was erected in 414 AD near the tomb of King Gwanggaeto, commissioned by his successor Changsu to commemorate the achievements of the Goguryeo dynasty.

The inscriptions detail the foundation myth of Goguryeo, military victories, and list the guardians appointed to protect the royal tomb.

A complete replica of the memorial stone stands at the War Memorial in Seoul, while text copies are preserved in China and Japan.

The stele remained hidden under vegetation until 1876 when local official Guan Yueshan discovered it during the Qing dynasty colonization of Manchuria.

Location: Taiwang

Inception: October 28, 0414

Made from material: granite

Part of: Capital Cities and Tombs of the Ancient Koguryo Kingdom, Ancient Tombs on the Donggou River

GPS coordinates: 41.14488,126.21400

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:33