The Seoul Fortress: Korea's Century of Walls and Resilience

Before the skyscrapers and K-pop, Seoul was a walled city. In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the Hanyangdoseong, the fortress that ringed the capital for over 600 years. From its construction in 1396 under King Taejo to its role in the Imjin War and the Japanese occupation, the walls have witnessed invasion, fire, and renewal. Lucas shares stories of the four gates, the secret mountain paths, and how the walls were nearly destroyed—only to be lovingly restored in recent decades. He also reveals the surprising science of Korean fortress design and how the walls shaped the city's modern geography. A story of stone, survival, and memory in the heart of Seoul.

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