South KoreaThe Sanseong Belt is one of five zones within the Gyeongju Historic Areas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site designated in 2000 [1] [2]. It centres on the Myeonghwal Mountain Fortress (Myeonghwal Sanseong), a defensive fortification built by the Silla Kingdom (57 BC - 935 AD) to protect the capital city of Gyeongju [1] [3] [4]. The fortress belt includes strategic defensive facilities along the east coast [1] [2].
The Sanseong Belt
Also known as: Cinturó Sanseong, Sanseong Belt
| Type | Fortress/citadel |
|---|---|
| Period | 1 - 500 AD |
| Country | South Korea |
| Coordinates | 35.8417° N, 129.2583° E |