Address

44-6, Suwoncheon-ro 392beon-gil, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
경기도 수원시 팔달구 수원천로392번길 44-6 (매향동)

Type

Palaces/ Fortresses/ Gates

Inquiries

• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-31-228-4416

Homepage

www.suwon.go.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
www.swcf.or.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)

• Information
  Introduction
  Hwahongmun Gate refers to the northern gate of Hwaseong Fortress among the two main gates installed to control the flow of Suwoncheon Stream that cuts through the fortress. Hwahongmun Gate consists of seven arched watergates, each watergate constructed in a varying size. The watergate at the center is larger than others to control the water flow effectively.
  
  Operating Hours
  Summer Season 09:00-18:00
  Winter Season 09:00-17:00
  
  Parking Facilities
  Available
  
  Admission Fees
  [Suwon Hwaseong Fortress]
  Adults: Individuals 1,000 won / Groups 700 won
  Teenagers: Individuals 700 won / Groups 500 won
  Children: Individuals 500 won / Groups 300 won
  
  [Hwaseong Haenggung Palace]
  Adults: Individuals 1,500 won / Groups 1,200 won
  Teenagers: Individuals 1,000 won / Groups 800 won
  Children: Individuals 700 won / Groups 500 won
  
  * Groups: 20 persons or more
  * Free admission: Children under 6 years, seniors (65 and older)
  
  Restrooms
  Available
  
  Parking Fees
  Small/Mid-sized car 2,000 won for 3 hours / 10,000 won for one-day
  Large-sized car 4,000 won for 3 hours / 15,000 won for one-day
  * 200 won for each additional 10 minutes after 3 hours
  
  Interpretation Services Offered
  Guided tour - English, Japanese (Advanced reservation required)
  Audio guide rental
  
  Pets
  Not permitted
  
  
• Tourist Sites

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    Janganmun Gate (장안문)

    Region : Suwon-si Gyeonggi-do
    Type : Palaces/ Fortresses/ Gates
    Janganmun Gate is the main gate of Hwaseong Fortress at the northern wall. Jangan means capital, implying that Hwaseong Fortress is the secondary capital. Janga...

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    Suwon Hwaseong Museum (수원화성박물관)

    Region : Suwon-si Gyeonggi-do
    Type : Museums
    Suwon Hwaseong Museum presents the history and culture of Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, an important Korean cultural assert and UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. ...

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    Banghwasuryujeong Pavilion (방화수류정(동북각루))

    Region :
    Type : Monuments/ Historical Sites
    Banghwasuryujeong Pavilion, officially called Dongbukgangnu Pavilion, was built in 1794 during the construction of Suwon Hwaseong Fortress. It sits atop a hill ...

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    Yeonmudae Post (Dongjangdae) (연무대 (동장대))

    Region : Suwon-si Gyeonggi-do
    Type : Monuments/ Historical Sites
    Yeonmudae Post is located inside Suwon's Hwaseong Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Situated on a relatively high hill between Changryongmun (the east gat...

  • 

    Changnyongmun Gate (창룡문)

    Region : Suwon-si Gyeonggi-do
    Type : Palaces/ Fortresses/ Gates
    Changnyeongmun Gate, the eastern gate of Hwaseong Fortress, is similar in shape and size to Hwaseomun Gate to the east. An interesting information about th...

• Accommodation

  • 

    Ramada Plaza Suwon (라마다프라자 수원호텔)

    Region : Suwon-si Gyeonggi-do
    Type : Tourist Hotel
    True to its name, the hotel is clothed in excellence, exhibiting the kind of quality standard befitting the renowned Ramada name and the global reputation of th...

  • 

    New M Hotel [Korea Quality] / 뉴엠호텔 [한국관광 품질인증])

    Region : Suwon-si Gyeonggi-do
    Type : Inn/Motel
    'New M Hotel' is a stylish five-story building in Ingye-dong, Suwon with a total of 40 guestrooms in various types, all of which are designed to suit the needs...

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    Hotel Como [Korea Quality] / 수원호텔꼬모 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Suwon-si Gyeonggi-do
    Type : Inn/Motel
    'Suwon Hotel Como is located in Paldal-gu, Suwon, which is very close to the city's landmark, Hwaseong Fortress (UNESCO World Heritage). It has a buffet-style c...

  • 

    Holiday Inn Express Suwon Ingye [Korea Quality] / 홀리데이 인 익스프레스 수원인계 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Suwon-si Gyeonggi-do
    Type : Tourist Hotel
    Holiday Inn Express Suwon Ingye is InterContinental Hotel Group's (IHG) first business hotel to open in Suwon, Gyeonggi-do. Located at the center of the city, H...

  • 

    Hotel Pacific (호텔퍼시픽)

    Region : Suwon-si Gyeonggi-do
    Type : Tourist Hotel
    Pacific Hotel is located in the central city of Suwon Gyeonggi-do. Located next to the City Hall and it is convenient place for business travelers. It is conven...

• Restaurants

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    Yeonpo Galbi (연포갈비)

    Region : Suwon-si Gyeonggi-do
    Type : Korean Food
    Located near Hwahongmun, one of Suwon’s eight wonders, Yeonpo Galbi (연포갈비) is the perfect place to stop by for a rest and to eat some authentic Suwon galbi whil...

  • 

    Bonsuwon Galbi (본수원갈비)

    Region : Suwon-si Gyeonggi-do
    Type : Korean Food
    Beef at Bonsuwon Galbi is sliced thin against the grain and marinated in a sauce made of several dozen ingredients for more than 24 hours. Even the perfect pres...

• Shopping

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    Suwon Yeongdong Market (수원 영동시장)

    Region : Suwon-si Gyeonggi-do
    Type : Traditional Markets
    The neighborhood around Paldalmun Gate serves as the main business district of Suwon, where more than 300 stores and stalls are joined to make a large market pl...

  • 

    Motgol Market (못골종합시장)

    Region : Suwon-si Gyeonggi-do
    Type : Traditional Markets
    Motgol Market features a variety of shops selling side dishes and ingredients ranging from fresh and dried fish to meat, vegetables, rice cake, and more. The se...

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    AK Plaza Department Store - AK TOWN Branch (Suwon Branch) (AK플라자백화점 AK TOWN점(수원점))

    Region : Suwon-si Gyeonggi-do
    Type : Department Stores
    AK Plaza Department Store - AK TOWN Branch is a multi-entertainment shopping center featuring a CGV (movie theater), a Books Libro, and a Characters’ Fun Zone. ...

  • 

    Encore Duty Free (앙코르면세점)

    Region : Suwon-si Gyeonggi-do
    Type : Duty Free Shops
    Located in Suwon, Gyeonggi-do, Encore Duty Free offers convenient shopping just outside of Seoul. Handbags, cosmetics, sunglasses, health products and more are ...

• Transportation
  Directions
  [Bus]
  Suwon Station (Seoul Subway Line 1), Exit 4.Take Bus No. 11 or 13 from the bus stop by Novotel Ambatel and get off at Janganmun Gate bus stop. Take the first street to the right and continue straight to the gate.
  
  

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