Hwaseong Fortress- is just around the corner

Hwaseong Fortress was constructed out of stones, bricks and wood under the reign of King Jeongjo in the late 16th century.
It suffered partial damage under the Japanese colonial rule and the Korean war but it's well-maintained today from the sentry towers and secret gates to the the hand-painted details.
Built to serve the Korean people, the fortress was designed to serve political, commercial and military functions.
Hwaseong currently serves as the set for a traditional Korean television drama and is a fine example of true oriental architecture and early building technology.