Gwangseongbo Fortress

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Gwangseongbo Fortress, firmly guarding the Ganghwa Strait, is a historic fortress originating from the Ganghwa Oeseong built against the Mongolian invasion during the Goryeo Dynasty.

Audio guide10 stories · about 16 min
Address27, Haeandong-ro 466beon-gil, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
Photo: HyeonChangu · CC BY-SA 4.0

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Gwangseongbo Fortress, firmly guarding the Ganghwa Strait, is a historic fortress originating from the Ganghwa Oeseong built against the Mongolian invasion during the Goryeo Dynasty. In particular, it was the most intense battlefield during the Sinmiyangyo in 1871, a historical site where the Joseon army led by General Eo Jae-yeon bravely fought despite being overwhelmingly outnumbered in firepower. Currently, within the grounds of Gwangseongbo Fortress are Ssangchungbigak and Shinmisunui Tomb, which commemorate the noble sacrifice of General Eo Jae-yeon and his brother, while the well-maintained pine forest paths and the refreshing scenery of the Ganghwa Strait offer visitors a peaceful walk along with historical learning.

Stories you can hear here

10 stories · about 16 min

  • IntroThe 1871 Battle Caught on Camera28 sec
  • SpotAnhaeru GateThe Sturdy Stone Gate and Pavilion That Watched Over the Seaabout 1 min
  • SpotGwangseongdon FortA Seaside Fortress Shaped Like the Base of an Ironabout 1 min
  • SpotShinmisunui TombThe Unknown Heroes Resting in Seven Burial Moundsabout 1 min
  • SpotSsangchungbigakThe Sacrifice of Brothers Carved on a 168-Centimeter Stone Steleabout 2 min
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  • SpotSondolmokdondaeThe Oval Fortress Wall Overlooking the Rough Waterwayabout 1 min
  • SpotYongdudon FortThe Fortress Wall Set on a Dragon Head Rockabout 2 min
  • StoryA Sea Fortress Built to Resist Invasions from Mongoliaabout 3 min
  • StoryThe Returned Sujagiabout 2 min
  • StoryThe Last Stand Fought With Bare Hands and Earthabout 2 min
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