2Bukhansanseong Fortress

1Introduction of Bukhansanseong Fortress 2Bukhansanseong Fortress Old map

6Future of Bukhansanseong Fortress Contents

5Present of Bukhansanseong Fortress 3Bukhansanseong Fortress Chronology

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Past of Bukhansanseong Fortress

Jungseongmun Gate

Jungseongmun Gate (Middle fortress gate) was built to supplement the Western part of the fortress, which was the weakest defense position of the fortress. Its dual wall was built in 1714 with Jungseong (middle fortress) and current gate pavilion and its battlement were reconstructed in 1998. The style of gate pavilion is hipped roof and a circular column was used as foundation stone . It is consisted of 3 kans (The unit of space in between the pillars of a building) in the front and 2 kans on the sides.

Daenammun Gate

Daenammun Gate(great south gate) is located Southern part of Bukhansanseong Fortress. It was originally called Sonammun Gate(small south gate) when it was built. The style of gate pavilion is hipped roof and octagonal columns were used as foundation stone. The Gate’s pavilion, battlement, and near walls were restored in 1991. Munsusa Buddhist temple also can be seen outer side of the gate.

Daedongmun Gate

It was originally called Sodongmun Gate (small east gate) and its gate pavilion and near walls was restored in 1993. The style of gate pavilion is hipped roof and octagonal columns were used as foundation stone.

Baekundong Auxiliary Gate

Baekundong Auxiliary Gate is the highest gate in Bukhansanseong Fortress. This auxiliary gate was used by pedestrians during peace time and secret passage during war time. Baekundong Auxiliary Gate is flat-top style gate without gate pavilion. Recently, walls in Baekundong area were restored.