The Namhansan-seong Fortress (East Gate), Korea
The Fortress was erected in Gwangju in 1626 on the site of an ancient Silla fortress (672 AD). When the Manchus invaded Korea, King Injo was besieged here. The scenic beauty lasts all the year round. From the time of Joseon Dynasty (1392 - 1910)
Picture No
13918247
Media ID
48512164
Size
4687px x 4474px
(9.9MB)
Credit
World History Archive / Mary Evans Picture Library
Source
World History Archive





























