World Cultural Heritages Palace & Fortress Tour
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Suwon Hwaseong Fortress
The Hwaseong Fortress in Suwon is a fortress city built in the late Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). Along with Changdeokgung Palace, the fortress was designated as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage in December 1997. The total perimeter of the fortress spans 5.52 kilometers, with 50 or so structures along the walls. Among those, seven were destroyed as a result of wars or natural disasters, but the remaining ones are well preserved. Some of the major structures are the south gate Paldalmun (Treasure no. 402), the west gate Hwaseomun (Treasure no. 403), the north gate Janganmun, and the east gate Changnyongmun. Between these gates are gongsimdon, sentry towers built to keep an eye on enemy's activities outside the walls. Suwon Stream flows through the interior of Hwaseong Fortress. The Hwahongmun Gate is built above seven arched aqueducts that allow the water to flow through. Together with nearby Banghwasuryujeong Pavilion and Yongyeon Pond, Hwahongmun Gate is considered the most beautiful of the Hwaseong Fortress structures. With that in mind, we started our tour at Paldalmun Gate, near HwaseongHaenggung. At a leisurely pace, it takes about two hours to see the sights from Paldalmun, Seojangdae, Hwaseomun, Janganmun, and Hwahongmun. |
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Suwon Hwaseong Train
Hwaseong train is a tourist train which is operated between Paldalsan Mountain and Yeonmudae. The head of train is made as sculpted dragon which symbols King Jungjo's energetic feature, and chairs are embodied King's palanquin. Total distance is 3.2 kilometers and it takes about 30 minutes. Short, but it is enough to feel the charm of Hwaseong. |
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Hwaseong Temporary Palace (Hwaseong Haenggung)
Hwaseong Temporary Palace is the biggest temporary palace in Korea and also well-known as beautiful as Gyongbokgung Palace. The 478th historical site Hwaseong Temporary Palace was built on the foot of Padalsan Mt. after building Suwon Sineupchi was finished in 1789(the year 13 of the reign of King Jungjo). It was used as a government office of Suwon and completed through expanded construction for 2 years during the construction of Hwaseong. King Jungjo who was very loyal enough to visit Yungneung Shrine(a mausoleum of the crown king who was the father of Jungjo) 13 times stayed in Hwaseong Temporary Palace during visit. The palace has a shape of King's palace with 567 rooms and it is the biggest size among temporary palaces in Korea. But most facilities except Nangnamheon Hall were deconstructed by the policy to obliterate the Korean culture and history of nation during Japanese colonial era. And thanks for local residents who organized the restoration project committee and lead the drive to revival of the palace, it reopened to the public in October 2003 after the restoration since 1996. Hwaseong Temporary Palace is became the famous shooting set for Korean historical dramas in these days, provides demonstration performance of Muye 24ki, change ceremony of gate guards, court robes and traditional crafts experience. |
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Bibimbap
Bibimbap is served as a bowl of rice topped with sauteed and seasoned vegetables and chili pepper paste. A raw or fried egg and sliced meat (usually beef) are common additions. The ingredients are stirred together thoroughly just before eating. It can be served either cold or hot. |
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Korean Folk Village
Korean Folk Village is an overall reproduction of the ethnological life/folk behaviors of Korea.You can see and experience the traditional culture of Korea at this place.Especially there are various character role playing within the Joseon Dynasty at the Korean Folk Village. People put costume on from this era as merchants, a poor person, and others. It stimulates the interests of people.This is a beloved tour spot by both Koreans and foreigners with various attractions. |
Nami Island & Petite France & The Garden of Morning Calm
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Nami Island
You have to go by ship about 10 minutes to the half moon-shaped Namiseom island where is floated on the Bukhangang. It is called Namiseom since General Nami was dead as a traitor during Joseon Dynasty and also well-known as the location of . Beautiful paths through a forest fill the island. Nut pines on both sides of the road start the tour and the exotic Metasequoia road is continued, the road of ginkgo trees in the central square changes into golden carpet during autumn season. A long path with white birches and walkway in a reed field on riverside will present you beautiful memories with love. Spending times in the Namiseom island will please you in every minutes with gallery and museum that are full of artworks, and workshops where visitors can experience firsthand. Also various kinds of bicycle can be borrowed for looking around the island. Riding eco-friendly electric bike or taking UNICEF train will be the unique experience. |
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Lunch
Dak-galbi is a favourite of Chuncheon - there are whole neighborhoods of dak-galbi restaurants there. This dish is presented in a shallow but very wide pan. It is placed on a burner at the table for continued cooking. Ingredients are chicken chunks and cabbage and onions and peppers in chili sauce. When a substantial amount has been eaten' then rice or noodles are added' and mixed with the remaining sauce. |
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Petit France
Petit France where is well-known as the location of acted by Suhyun Kim and Jihyun Jeon make you think you are the one in fairy tales as the village looks just like in France. The best feature of this village is the Saint-Exupery exhibition room where displays collections donated by his bereaved family. This is little B612 to appreciate various works and characters of Saint-Exupery. Traditional French house exhibition room and or music boxes which are collected from all around the Europe are also another charm of the Petit France. |
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