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Yeonmudae (Dongjangdae) (연무대 (동장대))

Yeonmudae (Dongjangdae) (연무대 (동장대)) · © KTO · KOGL Type 3

Gyeonggi-do

Yeonmudae (Dongjangdae) (연무대 (동장대))

Yeonmudae located inside Suwon's Hwaseong Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Situated on a relatively high hill between Changnyongmun (the east gate of the fortress) and Hwahongmun (a north floodgate), Yeonmudae is an excellent military observation post with sweeping views of the inside of the fortress. After the fortress was completed in 1796, Yeonmudae was used as a training ground for troops for over two centuries, where they learned fighting skills involving swords, spears and arrows.<b

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Why go

Yeonmudae, also known as Dongjangdae, is a historic military command post located within Hwaseong Fortress in Suwon, Gyeonggi-do. Positioned on elevated ground along the fortress wall, the structure served as a training ground and command center for troops during the Joseon Dynasty. The site offers sweeping views over the surrounding fortress ramparts and the city beyond. Visitors can explore the open wooden pavilion and walk the adjacent fortress walls, which together form a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The area is a key stop along the popular Hwaseong Fortress walking trail.

Quick highlights

  • Historic Joseon-era military command post within Hwaseong Fortress
  • Elevated position offers panoramic views of Suwon city and ramparts
  • Part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Hwaseong Fortress complex
  • Open wooden pavilion structure preserved in traditional architectural style
  • Located along the popular Hwaseong Fortress walking trail circuit

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