Gongju 공주
About 2,000 years ago, the Korean Peninsula was largely divided into three countries.
Goguryeo, Baekje, and Silla were divided.
Goguryeo was located in the north of the Korean Peninsula,
while Baekje was located in the southwest
and Silla in the southeast.
The three countries have a history of more than 500 years, and their culture varies depending on the region.
Goguryeo was located in the northern part of the Korean Peninsula,
so it had to be fully prepared for Chinese aggression at all times.
Silla was located in the southeastern part of the country,
so it always had to be prepared for pirates coming from Japan.
Baekje is located in the southwest of the Korean Peninsula, so the frequency of invasion by neighboring countries is relatively low.
In addition, Chungcheong-do and Jeolla-do,
the areas where Baekje was located, were characterized by flat areas, and rice cultivation was well performed.
Thanks to this geographical advantage,
Baekje is famous for having many cultural heritages compared to its neighboring countries.
Is it because Baekje had relatively few invasions?
Baekje's culture is relatively simple, but not shabby,
and not extravagant. So, you can feel the beauty of simplicity when you come to see the relics of Baekje.
Which place has this kind of feeling of Baekje?
It is the Gongju.
Gongju has so many historical relics that you can feel the times of Baekje from 475 to 660.
The preservation rate is so high that the region itself is registered as a World Heritage Site.
Therefore, all elementary school students in Korea go on a field trip to Gongju when they become 6th grade.
If you come to Gongju, you will feel relaxed in Korea, which is always fast.
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