Haemieupseong

Haemieupseong

해미읍성
Location	Dongmun 1-gil, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do 충청남도 서산시 해미면 동문1길
Coordinates	36°42′46″N 126°32′55″E
Area	194,102.24 m2
History
Founded	Joseon Period

Haemieupseong (Korean: 해미읍성) is a fortress located in Haemi-eup near Seosan, South Chungcheong Province, South Korea. Haemi Castle was built between the 17th year of the reign of King Taejong (1417) and the 3rd year of Sejong the Great's reign in 1421 during the Joseon period. The fortress was completed in the 22nd year of the reign of King Seongjong. In January 1963, it was listed as South Korea's Historical Site No. 116 and was renovated in 1973. The castle was the background of the Donghak Rebellion in 1864. This fortress, originally built to protect against Japanese pirates, was a historical site where thousands of Catholics were executed during the French Invasion in 1866.

Facilities

There's a historic culture festival held at Haemieup-seong. The theme is Seosan during the Joeseon period. The fortress has several facilities that include a natural eco park, horseback riding, shops and places to eat and drink, as well as gukgung and ssireum.

Operating Hours

Summer season 05:00-21:00 / Winter season 06:00-19:00

See also

• List of fortresses in Korea
• Korean architecture
• Korean-style fortresses in Manchuria
• Korean-style fortresses in Japan
• Cheolli Jangseong

External links

• Haemieup Castle
• Cultural Heritage
• Visit Korea