- First published
- Oct 24, 2026
Hwasun Dolmen World Heritage Site
A prehistoric dolmen landscape with 596 monuments along Bogeomjae valley between Hyosan-ri and Daesin-ri in Hwasun. It joined the UNESCO World Heritage List in December 2000 with the Gochang and Ganghwa dolmen sites.
- Address
- 182 Goindol 1-ro, Dogok-myeon, Hwasun-gun (Dogok visitor point; the site extends to Daesin-ri in Chunyang-myeon)
- Hours
- Outdoor dolmen site: open year-round, free. Prehistoric experience area: 10:00–17:00, basic access only during major holiday periods. Daesin-ri excavation area: 09:00–17:00 weekdays, 10:00–17:00 weekends, closed during major holiday periods. For groups and changes call +82-61-379-6772.
The outdoor archaeological site is open year-round without an entrance charge, but the prehistoric experience area and Daesin-ri excavation shelter have different visiting hours. Choose a route that fits the facilities you intend to see.
Why go
See clusters such as Goebawi, Gwancheongbawi and Pingmaebawi, ancient quarry traces and the protected excavation area. The official guide provides both a 5 km dolmen route and a shorter 0.8 km Pingmaebawi route.
Plan the visit
Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.