Geumjeongsanseong Fortress is located on the peak of Geumjeongsan Mountain (801.5m) in Busan. It is the largest mountain fortress in Korea (17,377 meters long, 1.5 to 3 meters high). The fortress was built in 1703 during the reign of King Sukjong to prevent invasions after the Imjin War (1592 - 1598).  Three of the four original gates (East, West, and South Gates) were recovered in 1970, with the South Gate being the most in-tact. 

 

If your going to visit Seokbulsa, I suggest taking the cable car from Geumjeongsan park and checking out the South Gate first. The nature trail between the South Gate and Seokbulsa is incredible and worth a visit alone.  

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Check out my personal photos below. Enjoy!