This stone stands near the entrance of the Namdaemun (officially Sungnyemun) Gate of South Korea.
Located at a walking distance from the Seoul station, Namdaemun is a Korean national treasure of 600 years. It was recently in news in 2008 when it was burnt down by an arsonist.
Next to this compound lies the famous 600 years old Namdaemun market which reminds us with the streets of Ason and Thamel in Kathmandu.
This writing not only describes the history of the Gate and Korea but also shows Korea’s determination to preserve its history and culture.
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