Myeoncheoneupseong Walled Town
Myeoncheoneupseong Walled Town: This Saturday (Sat, Oct 31) looks moderate (daily crowd index 67); the quietest day in the next 30 days is Mon, Nov 2; weekday average 29, weekend average 57; the quietest day of the week is Monday; parking: 20 spaces.
Myeoncheoneupseong Walled Town was constructed in 1439 to defend against pirate invasions and served as the military and administrative center of Myeoncheon until the late Joseon dynasty, although the area was a gateway for trade and a strategically important base for national defense since the Baekje period. The walls were constructed using shaped natural stones; the outer perimeter was built as a stone masonry, while the inner side was filled with stones and covered with earth. Inscribed stones bearing the names of the counties responsible for the construction were also discovered on the western wall. The current circumference of the walls is 1,336 meters, but it is estimated that the total length at the time of construction, including the buttresses and Crescent-shaped Defensive Wall, was approximately 1,564 meters. Gates were located on the east, west, and south sides, with the Nammun Gate featuring an Crescent-shaped Defensive Wall. Restoration work has continued since 2007, restoring the Nammun Gate, Crescent-shaped Defensive Wall, West Wall, Southeast Bastion, part of the East Wall, and the Guesthouse to their former appearance. Inside the fortress, two 1,100-year-old ginkgo trees, designated as Natural Monuments, along with Gunjajeong Pavilion, Goljeongji Pavilion Site, and a retro street, create a harmonious blend. It is a wonderful place to experience the old-world atmosphere while strolling through the village within the fortress, where residents still live. The Myeoncheoneupseong Walled Town Azalea Folk Festival is held every spring.
- Type
- Historic site
- Area
- Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do
- Address
- 930-1 Seongsang-ri, Myeoncheon-myeon, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do
- Opening hours
- Open 24 hr
- Closed
- N/A (Open all year round)
- Parking
- Available
- Sunrise / sunset
- Sat, Oct 31: sunrise 06:55 · sunset 17:38
- Phone
- +82-41-358-3368
- Popularity
- Popular
Myeoncheoneupseong Walled Town: 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/2834 | 2939 | 3037 | 3167 | |||
| 11/168 | 222 | 326 | 424 | 525 | 624 | 738 |
| 858 | 923 | 1031 | 1133 | 1234 | 1330 | 1439 |
| 1554 | 1629 | 1726 | 1826 | 1933 | 2032 | 2163 |
| 2265 | 2329 | 2430 | 2530 |
Quiet (under 55) Moderate Busy (80+) Closed · red dates are Sundays and public holidays
| Quieter weekends & holidays | Sat, Nov 7 38 · Sat, Nov 14 39 · Sun, Nov 15 54 |
|---|---|
| Quietest days | Mon, Nov 2 22 · Wed, Nov 4 24 · Mon, Nov 9 23 |
| Busiest days | Sat, Oct 31 67 · Sun, Nov 1 68 · Sun, Nov 22 65 |
| Weekday / weekend average | Weekdays 29 · weekends 57 |
| Average by day of week | Mon 26 · Tue 28 · Wed 29 · Thu 33 · Fri 31 · Sat 52 · Sun 61 (bold = quietest day) |
Festivals & events nearby
- Dangjingukhwajeonsihoe 당진국화전시회 Fri, Oct 30 – Sun, Nov 8 · 11 km
FAQ
- Is there parking at Myeoncheoneupseong Walled Town?
- Yes (Available). On weekends and holidays the car park fills up early, so arrive in the morning.
- What are the opening hours of Myeoncheoneupseong Walled Town?
- Open 24 hr. Hours can change by season or for events, so check before you go. Times are Korea time (KST).
- Which day is Myeoncheoneupseong Walled Town least crowded?
- Based on the Korea Tourism Organization forecast for the next 30 days, Monday is the quietest day of the week (average 26) and Sunday the busiest (average 61). The single quietest day is Mon, Nov 2.
- What time should I visit Myeoncheoneupseong Walled Town to avoid the crowds?
- Tourist spots are usually busiest between 11:00 and 14:00. Arriving early in the morning or late in the afternoon is much calmer. The Noonchi app shows a score for every departure time from your location.
- Will Myeoncheoneupseong Walled Town be crowded this weekend?
- This Saturday (Sat, Oct 31) is forecast to be moderate (daily crowd index 67; 100 = busiest period). Even on busy days, early morning and late afternoon are calmer.
Nearby attractions
- Myeoncheoneupseong Golmokgil 면천읍성 골목길 0.0 km · Street & village
- Myeoncheoneupseong Daesupbaramgil 면천읍성 대숲바람길 0.4 km · Mountain
- Goljeong Jeosuji 골정 저수지 0.5 km · River, sea & lake
- Myeoncheonhyanggyo 면천향교 0.7 km · Historic site
- Yeongtapsa(Dangjin) 영탑사(당진) 1.6 km · Temple & religious site
- Dangjin Baekseogolmimaeul 당진 백석올미마을 3.1 km · Farm & fishing village experience
- Amisan(Dangjin) 아미산(당진) 3.2 km · Mountain
- Agroland Taeshin Farm 3.8 km · Farm & fishing village experience