Historic Site Related to Yi Sun-sin on Hansando Island, Tongyeong

Basic information

Designation

Historic Site No.113

Category

유적지

Era

조선시대

Designated year

1963

Location

통영시, 경상남도— 경남 통영시 한산면 한산일주로 70 (두억리)

Coordinates

34.793894, 128.472033

Built in memory of the Hansan Battle wherein Admiral Yi Sun-sin scored a spectacular triumph over the Japanese Navy during the Japanese Invasion of Korea in 1592, it was regarded as a symbol of patriotism and national defense. Hansan Battle, one of the three great battles along with Haengju Battle and Jinju Battle, was a memorable battle on the sea, with the Japanese fleet defeated under severely disadvantageous conditions. Jeseungdang Shrine was built here in the 25th year of the reign of King Seonjo (1592). It used to be the center of a navy camp that commanded the sea from 1593 to 1597. Including Jeseungdang, the military camp was burnt down and destroyed in the 30th year of the reign of King Seonjo (1597). It had been restored numerous times afterwards. The local villagers finally reconstructed it under Japanese colonial rule. Originally, Jeseungdang was built at the site of Unjudang where Admiral Yi planned a strategy with his soldiers and was named as such during the reign of King Yeongjo. On this site were Hansanjeong Archery Ground, Suru Watchtower, and Chungmusa Shrine, which preserved a portrait of Admiral Yi, as well as Jeseungdang. On top of a mountain were the Stele for the Victory at Hansan Battle and a turtle lighthouse.

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