Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival (수원화성문화제)

992.9755954043382m 54574 2023-09-14

825, Jeongjo-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-228-3068

Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival is Suwon's landmark festival held every October at Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site, and the Temporary Palace within the fortress.

Suwon Hwaseong Fortress [UNESCO World Heritage] (수원 화성 [유네스코 세계문화유산])

1.0 Km 344357 2022-12-29

Yeonghwa-dong, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-290-3600

Suwon was one of four main regional government centers during the Joseon dynasty. Hwaseong Fortress, built to protect the city, was designated as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site on December 12, 1997 for its historical value. The fortress offers various performances daily as well as the Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival every fall. The walls stretch for 5,700 kilometers, with Paldalsan Mountain at the center. The fortress, constructed from 1794 to 1796, was built as a display of King Jeongjo’s filial piety towards his father and to build a new pioneer city with its own economic power.

Himart - Pyeongchon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 평촌점)

1.1 Km 0 2024-04-22

659, Gyeongsu-daero, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Janganmun Gate (장안문)

1.1 Km 17620 2019-12-31

910, Jeongjo-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-031-228-4416

Janganmun Gate is the main gate of Hwaseong Fortress at the northern wall. Jangan means capital, implying that Hwaseong Fortress is the secondary capital. Janganmun Gate served as the main gate because the king would pass from this gate when arriving from Hanyang, the capital city, now modern-day Seoul. It is interesting to note that this gate is larger than Sungryemun Gate in Seoul.

Yeonmudae Post (Dongjangdae) (연무대 (동장대))

1.1 Km 18650 2019-12-31

20, Changnyong-daero 103beon-gil, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-228-4686

Yeonmudae Post is located inside Suwon's Hwaseong Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Situated on a relatively high hill between Changryongmun (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.

At Yeonmudae, visitors can learn archery while wearing traditional military attire; the fortress also offers a wide array of performances for visitors to appreciate traditional Korean culture. Yeomudae is included in the Suwon City Tour course.

Flying Suwon (플라잉 수원)

1.1 Km 0 2023-10-12

255-4 Ji-dong, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Flying Suwon is a unique way to see all of Suwon Hwaseong Fortress. The hot air balloon goes up 150 meters for a look over the entire fortress. The large size of the basket can accommodate up to 30 people at a time, with a pilot trained in safety. The entire ride lasts about 10 minutes, including the ascent and descent.

Changnyongmun Gate (창룡문)

1.1 Km 14519 2023-09-25

697, Gyeongsu-daero, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Changnyeongmun Gate, the eastern gate of Hwaseong Fortress, is similar in shape and size to Hwaseomun Gate to the east. Something to take note of is the nameplate carved into the wall left of the gate. While the names on the polished granite at the other three main gates have become obscure over time, the nameplate at Changnyeongmun Gate is still clearly visable.

Kabojung (가보정)

1.1 Km 39814 2024-02-21

282 Jangdari-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Kabojung, listed among Suwon's top three galbi restaurants, is celebrated for its selection of saenggalbi (galbi) and yangnyeom galbi (grilled marinated galbi). This spacious restaurant features three sections dedicated to grilling meats. Kabojung is famed for its tender saenggalbi, sweetly seasoned yangnyeom galbi, and doenjang jjigae (soybean paste jjigae). To conclude the dining experience, mini yakgwa (honey cookie) and sujeonggwa (cinnamon punch) are served as a delightful dessert to cleanse the palate.

Ramada Plaza Suwon (라마다프라자 수원호텔)

1.3 Km 11700 2020-05-28

150, Jungbu-daero, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-230-0001

True to its name, the hotel is clothed in excellence, exhibiting the kind of quality standard befitting the renowned Ramada name and the global reputation of the Wyndham Group.

Each guestroom at the hotel emanates elegance and luxury while conveying a feeling of warmth and comfort as sunbeams come in through the windows. For VIP guests there’s even an ‘Executive Lounge’ and all guests are welcome to enjoy the sauna and fitness center.

Among the hotel’s major facilities are its four upscale restaurants: an Italian restaurant with great wines, a Chinese restaurant, a buffet restaurant, and an outdoor terrace, perfect for themed parties. For larger gatherings like conferences, seminars, or meetings, book one of the four banquet halls.

GS25 - Suwon Parkville Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (GS25수원파크빌점)

1.5 Km 0 2024-06-20

52, Hyanggyo-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

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