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Third Watchtower of Geumjeongsanseong Fortress

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Third Watchtower of Geumjeongsanseong Fortress

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Third Watchtower of Geumjeongsanseong Fortress

Name: Third Watchtower of Geumjeongsanseong Fortress
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1. Geumjeongsanseong North Gate – Mireuksa Temple loop from Geumseong-dong

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2. Geumjeongsanseong North Gate – Daeryukbong Peak loop from Geumseong-dong

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3. Geumjeongsanseong North Gate – Godangbong Peak (801.3 m) loop from Bugok-dong

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510m

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Maik

September 3, 2025

This watchtower, located on the slope between two boulders about 1 km to the north of the eastern gate of Geumjeongsanseong Fortress, consists of a stone platform and a wooden building with a gable roof. The current structure was rebuilt in 1979 after the original, established in 1707, had fallen into disrepair in the early 20th century. A rock-carved inscription, located about 10 m to the west of the watchtower, identifies this place as an outpost named Beonwidon, meaning "Outpost of Abundant Prestige." Together with the surrounding rocks of Ge-umjeongsan Mountain, including the renowned Nabibawi ("Butterfly Rock") and Buchaebawi ("Fan Rock"), the watchtower stands in harmony with the outstanding natural landscape.

Chris

January 23, 2023

very worthwhile detour!

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Elevation 520 m

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1. Geumjeongsanseong North Gate – Mireuksa Temple loop from Geumseong-dong

2. Geumjeongsanseong North Gate – Daeryukbong Peak loop from Geumseong-dong

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