Gongju Gongsanseong Fortress [UNESCO World Heritage]
Gongju Gongsanseong Fortress [UNESCO World Heritage]: This Saturday (Sat, Oct 31) looks busy (daily crowd index 95); the quietest day in the next 30 days is Tue, Nov 3; weekday average 38, weekend average 82; the quietest day of the week is Monday.
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Gongsanseong Fortress is a fortification situated at the heart of Gongju, which served as the capital of the ancient Baekje kingdom (18 BCE - 660 CE) from 475 to 538. Even after Baekje's fall, subsequent dynasties such as Silla (57 BCE - 935 CE), Goryeo (918-1392), and Joseon (1392-1897) continued to use Gongju as a regional administrative center. As a result, numerous historical sites have accumulated in the area over time. From the fortress, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Gongju's city center and the Geumgang River.
- Type
- Historic site
- Area
- Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
- Address
- 280 Ungjin-ro, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
- Opening hours
- March-October 09:00-18:00 / November-February 09:00-17:00 * Last admission is 30 minutes before closing
- Closed
- New Year's Day, Day of Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day)
- Parking
- Available
- Parking nearby
- 10 lots within 500 m · about 202 spaces
- Sunrise / sunset
- Sat, Oct 31: sunrise 06:53 · sunset 17:37
- Phone
- +82-41-856-7700
Gongju Gongsanseong Fortress [UNESCO World Heritage]: least crowded days in the next 30 days
This is the daily crowd index forecast by the Korea Tourism Organization from mobile-network data. 100 = this place's busiest period, so 50 means about half as busy as its peak. It covers the whole day — even busy days can be quiet early in the morning or in the evening.
| Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/2840 | 2947 | 3044 | 3195 | |||
| 11/187 | 235 | 334 | 434 | 544 | 652 | 782 |
| 874 | 934 | 1036 | 1136 | 1239 | 1340 | 1487 |
| 1570 | 1635 | 1737 | 1836 | 1941 | 2036 | 2187 |
| 2276 | 2336 | 2434 | 2535 |
Quiet (under 55) Moderate Busy (80+) Closed · red dates are Sundays and public holidays
| Quieter weekends & holidays | Sun, Nov 8 74 · Sun, Nov 15 70 · Sun, Nov 22 76 |
|---|---|
| Quietest days | Tue, Nov 3 34 · Wed, Nov 4 34 · Mon, Nov 9 34 |
| Busiest days | Sat, Oct 31 95 · Sun, Nov 1 87 · Sat, Nov 14 87 |
| Weekday / weekend average | Weekdays 38 · weekends 82 |
| Average by day of week | Mon 35 · Tue 35 · Wed 36 · Thu 43 · Fri 43 · Sat 88 · Sun 77 (bold = quietest day) |
Festivals & events nearby
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FAQ
- Is there parking at Gongju Gongsanseong Fortress [UNESCO World Heritage]?
- Yes (Available). On weekends and holidays the car park fills up early, so arrive in the morning.
- What are the opening hours of Gongju Gongsanseong Fortress [UNESCO World Heritage]?
- March-October 09:00-18:00 / November-February 09:00-17:00 * Last admission is 30 minutes before closing. Hours can change by season or for events, so check before you go. Times are Korea time (KST).
- Which day is Gongju Gongsanseong Fortress [UNESCO World Heritage] least crowded?
- Based on the Korea Tourism Organization forecast for the next 30 days, Monday is the quietest day of the week (average 35) and Saturday the busiest (average 88). The single quietest day is Tue, Nov 3.
- What time should I visit Gongju Gongsanseong Fortress [UNESCO World Heritage] to avoid the crowds?
- Tourist spots are usually busiest between 11:00 and 14:00. Arriving right after opening (09:00) or late in the afternoon is much calmer. The Noonchi app shows a score for every departure time from your location.
- Will Gongju Gongsanseong Fortress [UNESCO World Heritage] be crowded this weekend?
- This Saturday (Sat, Oct 31) is forecast to be busy (daily crowd index 95; 100 = busiest period). Even on busy days, early morning and late afternoon are calmer.
Nearby attractions
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- Ssangsujeongsajeokbi 쌍수정사적비 0.1 km · Historic relic
- Yeongeunsa(Gongju) 영은사(공주) 0.1 km · Temple & religious site
- Gongsanseong Ssangsujeong 공산성 쌍수정 0.1 km · Historic site
- Gongsanseongyeonji 공산성연지 0.2 km · Historic site
- Myeongguksamjangbi 명국삼장비 0.3 km · Historic relic
- Gongsanseong Gwangbokru 공산성 광복루 0.4 km · Historic site
- Bakchanhoginyeomgwan 박찬호기념관 0.4 km · Museum & gallery