Mongchontoseong Earthen Fortification

Mongchontoseong is an ancient earthen rampart dating from the Baekje period [1]. The fortification walls are estimated to have been about 2.7 km in length and approximately 6 to 7 m high [1]. The fortifications of Mongch'ont'osŏng had a palisade atop the wall and a moat surrounding its base [1]. They are part of Wiryeseong with Pungnaptoseong [1]. A number of important excavations of the site were conducted prior to the construction of the nearby Olympic Park [1].