Hwaseong Fortress is a fortification surrounding the old city center of Suwon. It was constructed from 1794 to 1796, 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. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of Korea’s most important historical treasures and is the only remaining walled fortress in the country.
Hwaseong Fortress Media Art Show
The site visit was part of APUF-8’s program for international participants.
Media Art Show represents the “Reformed City of Suwon Hwaseong Fortress” that King Jeongjo dreamed of through colorful lights. The innovative story of Suwon Hwaseong Fortress designed by King Jeongjo for his filial piety and love for people has been demonstrated in chronological order of how it was created.
It was a great opening by the performers.
Some photos were taken during the media art show.
Hwaseong Fortress Light Art
The light art was just across the road where the media art show was being presented.
Hwaseong Fortress
Hwaseong Fortress is a piled-stone and brick fortress of the Joseon Dynasty that surrounds the center of Suwon City, in Gyeonggi-do Province.
Hwaseong fortress and enclosed palace were designated as a World Heritage site by UNESCO in 1997.
The massive walls, extending for nearly 6 km are pierced by four gates and equipped with bastions, artillery towers, and other features.
