Suwon
capital of Gyeonggi-do, South Korea...
When the Joseon King Jeongjo moved his father's tomb to Suwon at the end of the 18th century, he surrounded it with strong defensive works, laid out according to the precepts of an influential military architect of the period, who brought together the latest developments in the field from both East and West. The massive walls, extending for nearly 6 km, still survive; they are pierced by four gates and equipped with bastions, artillery towers and other features.
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Created At: Tue Jan 21 2025 18:54:49 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Updated At: Tue Mar 04 2025 13:34:56 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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