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Ganghwa Tour

A Thousand Years of History

A Thousand Years of History

Thousand-year-old winds blow in Ganghwa Island.
Manisan Mountain & Chamseongdan
Ganghwa Dolmen
Five-Story Pagoda at Hajeom-myeon
The Buddha’s Stone Statue

Scenes of Loyalty and Spirit

Ganghwa has always been at the front line of national defense against foreign invaders. It is a place that holds the loyalty and sprit of our ancestors.

  • Chojijin
    Chojijin is the very first line of defense of the Strait of Ganghwa.
  • Gwangseongbo
    Gwangseongbo is the site of the fiercest battle between Joseon and the US Asia Fleet, led by Rogers in April 1871.
  • Deokjinjin
    Deokjinjin, paired with Deokpojin at Gimpo, was the number one fortress defending the Yeomha Straits.
  • Gapgot Dondae
    Gapgot was an important fortress guarding the Strait of Ganghwa during the Goryeo period, when the capital was moved to Ganghwado (Island during fighting with the Mongols, until the 11th year of King Wonjong (1270).

Museums without Walls

Ganghwa Island is like a natural museum, where each stone or plant carries a special history.
Ganghwa sanseong
Former site of Goryeo Palace
Yongheunggung Palace
Former site of Yeonmudang (martial arts hall)

Ganghwa Island Tour

Ganghwado (Island) has a unique atmosphere that you really need to experience.
Seokmodo (Island)
Jumundo (Island)
Boleumdo (Island)
Gyodongdo (Island)

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