Attraction

Tomb of Seven Hundred Patriotic Martyrs (Geumsan) (금산 칠백의총)

50, Uichong-gil, Geumsan-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

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At a Glance

Hours: March-October 09:00-18:00 / November-February 09:00-17:00
Closed: Mondays
Information: • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-41-753-8701
Parking: Available
Address: 50, Uichong-gil, Geumsan-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Updated 2022.09.13

Expected Crowds (30 days)

Quietest day: Mon 11/16

Expected Crowds (30 days)
Date	Forecast
Wed 10/21	18 · Low
Thu 10/22	18 · Low
Fri 10/23	31 · Moderate
Sat 10/24	53 · High
Sun 10/25	28 · Moderate
Mon 10/26	29 · Moderate
Tue 10/27	40 · High
Wed 10/28	44 · High
Thu 10/29	42 · High
Fri 10/30	39 · Moderate
Sat 10/31	64 · High
Sun 11/1	25 · Low
Mon 11/2	16 · Low
Tue 11/3	25 · Low
Wed 11/4	25 · Low
Thu 11/5	48 · High
Fri 11/6	23 · Low
Sat 11/7	54 · High
Sun 11/8	69 · High
Mon 11/9	15 · Low
Tue 11/10	35 · Moderate
Wed 11/11	45 · High
Thu 11/12	30 · Moderate
Fri 11/13	28 · Moderate
Sat 11/14	54 · High
Sun 11/15	40 · High
Mon 11/16	14 · Low
Tue 11/17	33 · Moderate

Relative forecast (busiest day = 100) · Korea Tourism Organization

Overview

The Tomb of Seven Hundred Patriotic Martyrs is a renowned historical attraction located in Geumsan, Chungcheongnam-do. This holy site is interred with 700 patriots who died in a battle against 15,000 Japanese soldiers in Geumsan during the Imjin War in 1592. Among the deceased is the leader, Jo Heon.

Shrines and monuments were built in memory and respect of the patriotic spirit of those who died in the battle. The site is especially popular among families with children as an attraction as visitors can learn a valuable history lesson as well as enjoy a relaxing walk around the area. In addition, the Cultural Heritage Administration of Korea hosts an annual ceremonial rite every year on September 23 at 15:00, offering more to see for visitors.