Cheongju Sangdangsanseong Fortress (청주 상당산성)

Cheongju Sangdangsanseong Fortress (청주 상당산성)

– Homepage
https://www.cheongju.go.kr/sangdang/
http://www.cha.go.kr

– Tel
+82-43-201-0202

Sangdangsanseong Fortress in Cheongju, Chungcheongbuk-do is a fortress built along the natural slopes close to downtown Cheongju. It was comprehensively improved in 1596 (29th year of King Seonjo’s reign) during Imjinwaeran (Japanese invasion of Korea in 1592) and later remodeled into a stone fortress during the 42nd year of King Sukjong’s reign.

This 4.2km-long, 3-4m-tall fortress was built with stones of various sizes, earth and sand. The fortress has three gates, located in the east, west and south respectively. The three gates remain almost intact, and all still have their gate towers. The front gate in the south, named ‘Gongnammun Gate,’ is crescent-shaped while the East and West gates are square. The East and West Command Posts also stand within the confines of the fortress itself. This fortress was designated as Historic Site No. 212 in 1970. Additionally, visitors can sample Jujube Wine (Korean traditional wine) as well as a variety of local cuisine.

– Address : 70 Seongnae-ro, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

※ Presentation Information
– Information and Guides
+82-43-201-0202

– Parking
Available

– Day Off
N/A (Open all year round)

– Operating Hours
Open 24 hr

– Admission Fees
free

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⊙ Café Forecyan (카페 포레시안)

Café Forecyan is located near the Sangdangsanseong Fortress, renowned for being a pleasant drive away. This spacious bakery-café is celebrated for its picturesque pond photo spot and captivating ice fountain during winter. Guests can indulge in a variety of delicious options such as coffee, yogurt, ice cream, tea, and child-friendly drinks. The menu also features a Fruits Party platter with 5-6 different fruits, sogeum baguette (salted baguette), fruits pie, and cake, all popular among visitors. The café is surrounded by a lush front yard filled with grass and flowers, and a serene backyard adorned with birch trees and hydrangeas, offering splendid views for a delightful visit.

⊙ Cheongju Zoo (청주동물원)

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– Homepage
www.cheongju.go.kr

Cheongju Zoo houses mammals, birds, and reptiles as its main attractions, featuring iconic animals such as tigers, lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, penguins, seals, and monkeys. Visitors can engage in animal classrooms to learn about the ecology and characteristics of various species. Guided tours by zookeepers offer insights into wildlife ecology and unique stories exclusive to Cheongju Zoo.