Gochang Moyang Fortress Festival 고창 모양성제
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The Moyang Fortress was built by the region’s citizens in order to block the 1453 invasion of Japanese forces. It is also called the 'Gochang Eupseong'. The circumference of the fortress is measured at 1,684m and it has a x_height of 4~6m with three main gates and various facilities for soldiers. Parts have been burned down and are currently undergoing restoration.
The main event of the Gochang Moyang Fortress Festival is the ‘Dapseongdori’, an event where you carry rock on top of your head and round the fortress three times. This ceremony is attended by all the region’s citizens as it is said to cure all illnesses, grant you a long and healthy life, and allow you into Heaven when you die.
Aside from the Dapseongdori event, the festival includes a Joseon Dynasty military ceremony and there are many other sights to see.
Utilization information
・Finished : 20161009
・Location : Gochang-gun,
Gochang Eupseong area
・Beginning : 20161005
・Location : From Seoul
Central City Bus Terminal, take an express bus to Gochang Terminal.
* Bus
schedule: 07:00-19:00, 40-50min intervals
The festival venue is a 15min-walk from the
Gochang Bus Terminal.
・Operating Hours : Varies by program
Introduction
The main event of the Gochang Moyang Fortress Festival is the ‘Dapseongdori’, an event where you carry rock on top of your head and round the fortress three times. This ceremony is attended by all the region’s citizens as it is said to cure all illnesses, grant you a long and healthy life, and allow you into Heaven when you die.
Aside from the Dapseongdori event, the festival includes a Joseon Dynasty military ceremony and there are many other sights to see.
Programs
- Street Parade, Cultural Festival, Procession to a local governor’s new post, Experience military life during Joseon, Pansori, etc.
[Permanent Events]
- Traditional Custom Experience, Throwing-Arrow Experience, etc.
[Food Event]
- Traditional Folk Food Market
* Subject to change.
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