Overview
Suwon is the capital and largest city of Gyeonggi-do, South Korea's most populous province which surrounds Seoul, the national capital.
Description
A popular day trip out of Seoul, sprawling Suwon (수원) is the largest city in Gyeonggi-do province, with World Heritage–listed fortifications still looping around its heart. Suwon almost became the country's capital in the 18th century, when Joseon dynasty ruler King Jeongjo built the 5.7km-long walls in 1794–96 ahead of moving the royal court south. However, the king died, power remained in Seoul, and Suwon ended up with one hell of a tourist sight. The city is located around 30km south of Seoul.
Address
Suwon, Kyonggi-do
South Korea
URL:
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/south-korea/gyeonggi-do/suwon
Suwon, Kyonggi-do
South Korea
URL:
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/south-korea/gyeonggi-do/suwon