When I visited Hwaseong Fortress, I was surprised to see other buildings around the fortress. Actually, when built, the fortress was designed with combining features of military architecture and habitable area. Also, it is not only scientific, but also beautiful. For example, when it was built, a lot of latest machines were used. A scientist Jeong Yagyong made plenty of machines including cable driving system. Also, the fortress has aesthetic features. Banghwasuryujeong is the most beatiful place in Hwaseong Fortress. Around the place is fantastic nature, including a pond, trees and hills. There is one famous story about Banghwasuryujeong. When the the king Jeongjo drank alcohol with his courtier, he said "There is 8 moons around here. First one is on the sky. Second one is in the pond. Third and Fourth ones are in our eyes. Fifth and sixth ones are in our glass. And, seventh and eighth ones are in our heart."

When jeongjo built the fortress, he thought a lot about his subjects. So he did not force them to work. Instead, he hired them. He gave enough salary to them. And also in the Changnyongmoon, the east gate, he ordered them to carve their name on there.

Hwaseong Fortress is a place of science, beauty and warm-heart. No one would regret visiting there. I recommend anyone visit there.