Mongchontoseong Earthen Fortification

Mongchontoseong Earthen Fortification
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Mongchontoseong Earthen Fortification is an ancient Baekje earthwork located in present-day Seoul, South Korea, dating from the 1st century BC to the 7th century AD[1]. The massive earthen rampart stretches approximately 2.7 km (1.7 mi) in length and originally stood 6 to 7 metres (20 to 23 ft) high[1]. The fortification features two distinctive defensive elements: a wooden palisade constructed atop the wall and a moat encircling its base[1].

TypeEarthwork
Period500 BC - 1 AD
CountrySouth Korea
Coordinates37.5209° N, 127.1226° E

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