Gyeongbuk & Daegu Drive

Chilgok Gasansanseong to Dabudong Memorial Drive

A historical drive from the triple-walled Gasansanseong fortress to the Korean War battle memorial at Dabudong.

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Course Overview

This approximately 20 km drive connects the triple-walled Gasansanseong fortress on 902 m Gasan Mountain to the Dabudong Battle Memorial, the Korean War's fiercest battleground on the Nakdong River defense line.

Section Highlights

Section 1: Gasansanseong (approx. 10 km)

A Joseon-era triple fortress wall with hiking trails.

Section 2: Dabudong Battle Memorial (approx. 10 km)

Korean War battlefield memorial with war artifacts exhibition.

Driving Tips

  • Gasansanseong hiking takes about 2 hours
  • Dabudong Memorial has free admission
  • Can be combined with Palgongsan loop road

Course Info

Distance

--km

Duration

45 min

Difficulty

Moderate

Region

Gyeongbuk Chilgok

Best Season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May)🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov)

Nearby Attractions2 attractions

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Gasansanseong FortressViewpoint

Triple-walled Joseon-era fortress on 902 m Gasan Mountain

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Dabudong Battle MemorialViewpoint

Memorial for the Korean War's fiercest Nakdong River defense battle

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