Marosanseong Fortress, Gwangyang

Marosanseong Fortress, Gwangyang, is an ancient fortress built in the early 6th century and used until the 9th century, spanning the Baekje and Unified Silla periods. Its fortress remains are well preserved, and inscribed roof-tile fragments excavated at the site correspond with records in the Samguk sagi (History of the Three Kingdoms). The site clearly shows the characteristics of mountain fortresses in the eastern border region of South Jeolla during the Ungjin Baekje period. Five rounds of excavation have revealed numerous remains, including the fortress wall, the sites of 17 buildings dating from the Baekje to Unified Silla periods, three gate sites, five stone-lined water-collection pits, two wells, six clay-lined water-collection pits, three chi (projecting defensive turrets), three drainage outlets, and more than 30 pit features, along with a wide range of artefacts such as roof tiles, earthenware, ironware and bronzeware. Through these remains and artefacts, Marosanseong Fortress not only provides important material for the study of ancient Korean mountain fortresses but also offers groundbreaking evidence for understanding contemporary life, making it a significant cultural heritage site of great historical and academic value.

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Where it is

Region

Gwangyang, Jeonnam & Gwangju

Designation

Historic Site · 사적