Geoyeol Fortress, Geochang

Basic information

Designation

Historic Site No.559

Category

Sites & Pagodas

Era

삼국시대

Designated year

2020

Location

거창군, 경상남도— 경상남도 거창군 거창읍 상림리 산 45-2

Coordinates

35.700245, 127.879838Kakao address conversion

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Georyeol Fortress is presumed to be the administrative stronghold of Georyeol Province, representing the largest-scale castle among Samguk period fortresses recorded in Geochang region during the territorial expansion conflicts between Silla and Baekje. Archaeological survey has confirmed the structure of the first-phase fortress constructed in the mid-6th century and the second-phase reinforcements added after the late 7th century, demonstrating excellent historical and academic value through specific documentation of changes in Silla stone fortress construction techniques.

Location