Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin (충무공 이순신 동상)

  • Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin (충무공 이순신 동상)
  • Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin (충무공 이순신 동상)
  • Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin (충무공 이순신 동상)
  • Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin (충무공 이순신 동상)
  • Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin (충무공 이순신 동상)
  • Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin (충무공 이순신 동상)
  • Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin (충무공 이순신 동상)
  • Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin (충무공 이순신 동상)
  • Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin (충무공 이순신 동상)
  • Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin (충무공 이순신 동상)
  • Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin (충무공 이순신 동상)

Explanation

The Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin can be found at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul. Admiral Yi Sun-shin (1545-1598) was a naval commander who served during the Japanese invasion of Korea (also known as Imjin War: 1592-1598). The undefeated admiral achieved 23 victories against the Japanese navy using innovative tactics, and he is thus considered as one of the greatest generals in the history of Korea. Admiral Yi’s likeness can be found on the 100 won coin.


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Experience Guide : Not available

Contact and Information : +82-2-735-8688

Opening day : 1968-04-27

Parking facilities : Not available

Day off : N/A (Open all year round)

Hours : Open 24 hr


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Available Facilities
Gwanghwamun Square, fountain

Admission Fees
Free

Restrooms
Available

Location

175, Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul