🏯A paradise for history lovers! Stroll through Cheongju Sangdang Mountain City, where the thousand-year-old city wall bears witness to the splendor of Korea🏯

#7月好去地方2025 Address: Sanseong-dongsan 1, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju City, Chungcheongbuk-do, South Korea (상당산성) Atmosphere/Facilities: Sangdang Mountain Fortress is located on a hill east of the center of Cheongju City. It is a cultural heritage site that combines history, nature and mountaineering. The hiking trail is well maintained, with viewing platforms, explanation signs and rest areas along the way. The scenery around the city wall is vast, and the scenery is different in each season. There are parking lots, sales shops, public toilets and tourist guide centers around the mountain fortress, which is very convenient whether you drive or take a bus. Tickets: Free admission ⸻ Features: • The remains of a Joseon Dynasty mountain city with a history of more than 1,000 years • The stone city wall with a total length of about 4.2 kilometers is well preserved and can be completely walked around • From a high point, you can overlook the entire Cheongju city and the surrounding mountains • Enjoy mountain flowers in spring and red leaves in autumn. It is a famous four-season trail attraction in Cheongju • A one-stop attraction that combines history, mountaineering, photography and natural healing Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5) ⸻ 🏞️Climb the historical heights and talk with the thousand-year-old ancient city wall of Cheongju If you think Cheongju only has the appearance of a modern city, then you must not have been to Sangdang Mountain City. This ancient mountain city located on the edge of the city retains the magnificent relics and historical charm of the Joseon Dynasty. It is a place where people walk into history, into the mountains and into their own hearts. That day I took a bus from the city to the foot of the mountain, and then slowly climbed along the mountain road. Although it is uphill, the overall slope is gentle, which is very suitable for walking or hiking. Not long after walking, you will see the spectacular stone wall in front of you. The ancient and heavy atmosphere immediately makes you enter another time and space. The most amazing thing about Sangdang Mountain City is its well-preserved stone wall. The whole circle is about 4 kilometers, and you can see the cross-sections of the wall built in different periods along the way. Walking and looking along the wall, you can not only understand the historical background, but also overlook the scenery of the entire Cheongju City. Although it was just an ordinary sunny day, standing on the commanding heights and watching the sun shining on the roofs of the city, it feels particularly peaceful. My favorite is the viewing platform where you can rest along the way. In addition to the explanation signs and chairs, there are also some places where you can overlook the famous landmarks of Cheongju such as the Cheongju Ancient Printing Museum and the National Cheongju Museum. In autumn, it is said that the whole mountain is covered with red maples. Just imagine that it must be super romantic. Although it was late spring this time, there were still a lot of greenery and wild flowers blooming on the hillside. Walking on the tree-lined trail, there were birds singing and breeze blowing from time to time, which was a completely different rhythm from the city. On the way, I met several local grandpas and grandmas who were also walking. They greeted me warmly and shared their memories of walking here since childhood. This made me feel that Sangdang Mountain Fortress is not only a tourist attraction, but also a part of the lives of Cheongju residents. It took more than two hours to walk the whole circle. Although I was sweating and my feet were a little sore, I felt more relaxed and fulfilled than ever before. Compared with many popular attractions that require tickets and queues, the tranquility and freedom of Sangdang Mountain Fortress are more nostalgic. On the way back, I bought a bottle of iced grapefruit tea at the store at the foot of the mountain. I sat on a bench and drank it while looking at the city wall, thinking in my heart: "Here, I will come again." If you are also interested in history and like natural and quiet travel methods, then Sangdang Mountain Fortress in Cheongju will be an unexpected gem when you travel to Korea. #Cheongju #Sangdang Mountain City #Cheongju Sangdang Mountain City #Cheongju Attractions #Cheongju Check-in Attractions #Korea #Relax Mind