Brief description: When the Choson Emperor Chongjo moved his seat of government to Suwon at the end of the 18th century, he encircled it with strong defensive works laid out according to the precepts of an influential military architect of the period, who brought together the latest developments in the field from both east and west. The massive walls, extending for nearly 6 km, pierced by four gates and equipped with bastions, artillery towers, and other features, still survive.

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