Hwaseong Fortress Suwon South Korea
Hwaseong Fortress Suwon South Korea

Hwaseong Fortress Suwon South Korea

2020  | 26 minutes  |  4K  |  premium  |  U  |   
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Where can one find a fortress that not only has defensive structures but secret gates & bunkers from the 17th century? The Suwon Hwaseong is a stone and brick architectural landmark belonging to Korea's Joseon Dynasty. The enchanting edifice has a fusion of urban planning, architecture, and traditional arts like mythical carvings. Transport to 1600 AD Korea by watching this documentary!

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Hwaseong Fortress Suwon South Korea
Hwaseong Fortress Suwon South Korea
Hwaseong Fortress Suwon South Korea

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