Gwangju Castle, Historical fortress in Gwangju, South Korea
The stone walls of Gwangju Castle extend over 8253 meters in circumference and reach 9 meters in height, featuring four cardinal direction gates.
Built in the early 15th century during the Joseon Dynasty, the castle functioned as a military stronghold to protect the region from potential invasions.
The castle grounds host annual festivals and educational programs that demonstrate traditional Korean defensive architecture and regional customs.
The National Asian Culture Hall displays a reproduction of the castle's stone wall and the Jinnam Gate, providing visitors an understanding of its structure.
The 999-kan sculpture, part of the Gwangju Folly project, stands where the north gate once existed, marking the original castle's footprint.
Location: Gwangju
GPS coordinates: 35.14694,126.91972
Latest update: March 15, 2025 00:30
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