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Hwaseong Fortress
A UNESCO-listed late 18th-century fortress surrounding the center of Suwon, blending Eastern and Western architectural styles.
20 km · about 25 min drive
Gyeonggi-do, South Korea · Asia
Hwaseong-si is worth a stop: 25 minutes from Ansan-si, 20km from Hwaseong Fortress.
Hwaseong-si is a city located in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. With a population of 640,890, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Hwaseong-si sits in South Korea, where you drive on the right. It's in the Asia/Seoul time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Hwaseong-si to your route.
Hwaseong (Korean: 화성; Korean pronunciation: [ɸa.sʰʌŋ]) is a city in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. It is located on the coast of the Yellow Sea. It has the largest area of farmland of any city or county in Gyeonggi Province. Seoul Subway Line 1 passes through Hwaseong, stopping at Byeongjeom Station. Suin-BundangRead more
Line also passes through the city, stopping at Eocheon Station.
Hwaseong Fortress is located in nearby Suwon.
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Hwaseong-si is located in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, Asia. The coordinates are 37.2068 latitude, 126.8169 longitude.
Hwaseong-si has a population of approximately 640,890 people, making it a city in South Korea.
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A UNESCO-listed late 18th-century fortress surrounding the center of Suwon, blending Eastern and Western architectural styles.
20 km · about 25 min drive
landmark
South Korea's largest theme park near Seoul featuring five themed zones, a zoo, and world-class roller coasters.
35 km · about 40 min drive
museum
One of Asia's largest museums, showcasing Korean history and art from the Paleolithic era to modern times.
38 km · about 45 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A communication and observation tower atop Namsan Mountain offering panoramic views of Seoul and famous for its love lock fences.
41 km · about 50 min drive
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Seoul's premier shopping and entertainment district packed with K-beauty stores, street food stalls, and fashion boutiques.
42 km · about 50 min drive
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South Korea's tallest building at 555 meters with the Seoul Sky observation deck offering sweeping views of the entire metropolitan area.
42 km · about 50 min drive
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Seoul's massive indoor and outdoor theme park holding the Guinness record for the world's largest indoor amusement park.
42 km · about 50 min drive
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A restored urban stream running through downtown Seoul with a beautiful 10.9-kilometer walking path beneath street level.
43 km · about 50 min drive
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