Discover 4 hidden attractions, cool sights, and unusual things to do in Hwaseong (South Korea). Don't miss out on these must-see attractions: Yunggeolleung, Yongjusa, and Osan. Also, be sure to include Hyupsung University in your itinerary.
Below, you can find the list of the most amazing places you should visit in Hwaseong (Gyeonggi-do).
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Yunggeolleung
Also known as: 융건릉
Scenic spot in Hwaseong, Gyeonggi, South Korea. Yungneung and Geolleung are two royal tombs from the Joseon Dynasty within an oak-forested park in Hwaseong, South Korea. Yungneung is the tomb of Crown Prince Sado and Princess Hyegyeong, while Geolleung houses King Jeongjo and Queen Hyoui. The tombs are part of the UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site of the Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty.[1]
Address: 효행로481번길 21, Hwaseong
Yongjusa
Also known as: 용주사
Buddhist temple in a serene setting. Yongjoosa is a head temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. It is located in on the slopes of Hwasan in Taean-eup, Hwaseong, in the province of Gyeonggi, South Korea. The temple's name means "dragon jewel temple."
Two large bells in the temple are believed to date to the Unified Silla period. One of them, the "Bell of Yongjoosa", is designated national treasure 120.
The temple was initially established in 854 AD, under the name Garyangsa. It was expanded in the 10th century. It was rebuilt in the late 18th century under the orders of Jeongjo in honor of his deceased father, Prince Sado. This is one of few cases where the Joseon royal house supported Buddhism directly. At this time the temple changed to its current name.
The temple is located near Seoul Subway Line 1, and is also connected to Suwon by intercity bus.[2]
Address: 용주로 136, 18347 화성시
Osan
Also known as: 오산시
City in South Korea. Osan is a city in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, approximately 35 km south of Seoul. The population of the city is around 200,000. The local economy is supported by a mix of agricultural and industrial enterprises.
It is famous for one of the largest markets in South Korea, Osan Market, which has been in continuous operation since 1792. The city was the scene of brutal battles with communist forces taking the city during the Korean War in 1950 (see Battle of Osan), before being then taken back by American forces soon afterwards; there is a statue dedicated to UN forces on the outskirts of the city.
The United States Air Force base named after the city, Osan AB, is not actually located in the city, but is instead 8 km (5.0 mi) south, in the Songtan section (formerly a separate city) of Pyeongtaek.
Osan Station is a large subway station located in the heart of Osan. It is part of the Seoul Subway Line 1 and the KTX. There is a bus terminal next to the subway station and many buses stop in front of the subway station.[3]
Hyupsung University
Also known as: 협성대학교
Private university in Hwaseong, Gyeonggi, South Korea. Hyupsung University is a Christian private university in Hwaseong, South Korea.
The predecessor of Hyupsung University is Seoul Seminary, which opened in April 1977. In 1983, it was reorganized as Hyupsung Theological College in 1991 and then changed its name to Hyupsung Theological University in February 1993.
As of 2015, the faculties of the Collaborative College are theological colleges, the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, the College of Business Administration, the College of Science and Technology, the College of Arts and the College of Liberal Arts.[4]