What is today a designated UNESCO World Heritage site was once the main line of defense for Suwon city in the late 18th century.
Hwaseong Fortress is located just 30 kilometers south of the nation?s capital, and it can be said that none of South Korea's other fortresses have been preserved or restored to Hwaseong?s level.
With walls spanning nearly 6 kilometers in length, the structure provides visitors with a unique glimpse into South Korea?s past.
A murdered father
King Jongjo built the massive fortress around the provincial capital of Gyeonggi-do, Suwon, to honor his murdered father, Crown Prince Sado.
Source: http://www.cnngo.com/explorations/escape/citypulse/suwons-hwaseong-fortress-510555
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