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The Geojunggi ,or traditional Korean crane, was invented by the scholar Jeong Yak-yong, using principles taken from a Chinese book. This pulley mechanism was used in the construction of Hwaseon Fortress in the 1790s.
The one in the photos stands in the grounds of Hwaseong Haenggung.
Written Feb 16, 2006
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There is a long tradition of tightrope acrobatics in Korea. For centuries troupes of acrobats travelled around the countryside giving perfomances. A popular new Korean film, "Wangui Namja" or "The King's Man" has renewed interest in the art, as two tightrope acrobats are featured in this historical drama.
There are performances at the Korean Folk village daily at 11.40am and 3.40pm (3.10pm Nov-Feb)
Written Feb 16, 2006
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See-sawing is a traditional game in Korea. but it's far more vigorous than the western version. Koreans don't sit on the see-saw; they jump up and down on it. There are several see-saws at the Korean Folk village for visitors to use, but there are also spectacular performances of see-saw acrobatics, where performers go hurtling high up into the sky, twirling ribbons, jumping through hoops and doing somersaults.
Performances at the Korean Folk Village start at 11.30am and 3.30pm daily (3pm Nov-Feb).
Written Feb 16, 2006
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It will be good to find out beforehand the timing of cultural performances at Suwon's cultural village so that you will be able to experience the beautiful rituals, dances and other items on display when you are there.
Written Dec 23, 2005
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When you are visiting the Hwaseong Fortress or cultural village, you will get to see some ancient monuments like this interesting ancient sun-dial. It is always good to have a local guide who will explain to you the significance of the monuments and history as well.
Written Dec 23, 2005
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When you are at Suwon's cultural village, you can try wearing the colourful ancient costumes and have your photographs taken. It cost about US$3-4 and ladies can choose from a variety of colours of the Hanbok traditional costume.
Written Dec 23, 2005
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Geojunggi is a constructional instrument used to heavy objects. In the late era of Joseon Dynastyin 1792, a Silhak scholar, Jeong Yak Yong made it using the principle of pullers and it was used to Suwon-Hwaseong Fortress. Jeong Yak Yong greatly reduced the construction time of Suwon-Hwaseong Fortress by using instruments like Geojunggi. This is stand in the exchibition hall at Independence Hall of Chunan-sl.
Written Apr 3, 2005
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The traditional Farmers' Dance is performed daily at the Korean Folk Village at 11am and 3pm.
Written Feb 15, 2006
This Fortress has a length of 5.3 kilometers.
Written Apr 9, 2005
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This Fortress has a length of 5.3 kilometers.
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Suwon is a city of one million people, just 48 km south of Seoul. Its main attractions, Hwaseong Fortress and the Korean Folk Village, make it a popular day trip from Seoul. Other attractions are the...
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Suwon was one of the highlights of our week in Seoul. We enjoyed the city so much that we went twice, to the obvious delight of the friendly man in the Tourist Information Office who recognised us on...
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Suwon - City with a Famous Fortress
Suwon is a city located about 1 hour drive south of Seoul and is famous for its Hwaseong Fortress, which is an UNESCO World Heritage Site Hwaseong Fortress: When the Choson emperor Chongjo moved his...
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Suwon is a basicley a suburb of seoul. It is worth coming here for at least one day to excape seoul. Plus i found the air better here and the people alot nicer. So many people would stop to say hello....
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Not exactly a travelogue in that I was living on this campus, but I just wanted to add some more pictures of the surrounding area. This picture was taken from my dorm window.
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