Castle Map

South Korea

Castles near Ansan

23 castles, fortresses, palaces and ruins within 100 km of the city centre: every one on the interactive map, with photos, distances and directions.

The closest is Hwaseong Fortress, 17 km east of the city centre; the most famous is Gyeongbokgung (#61 of 9,040 worldwide) 32 km north-east. The oldest dated site in the circle is Bukhansanseong, founded 132.

The 100 km circle reaches into 2 countries: South Korea (21), North Korea (2).

Within 25 km of Ansan

Day trips: 25–60 km

+ 5 more in this range: every one is on the interactive map.

Farther afield: 60–100 km

Distances are straight-line from the city centre. City coordinates and population: Wikidata Q42117.

Frequently asked questions

How many castles are near Ansan?

The Castle Map atlas maps 23 landmarks (14 fortresses · 6 palaces & châteaux · 3 ruins) within 100 km of the centre of Ansan, measured straight-line: a curated selection of well-documented landmarks, not a count of every fortification ever built.

What is the closest castle to Ansan?

Hwaseong Fortress, a fortress 17 km east of the city centre.

What is the most famous castle near Ansan?

Gyeongbokgung, ranked #61 of 9,040 worldwide in the atlas's fame ranking: 32 km north-east from Ansan.

What is the oldest castle near Ansan?

The oldest dated landmark in the circle is Bukhansanseong, founded 132: 39 km north. Earlier structures may have existed; this is the oldest with a documented founding year.

Nearby city guides: Suwon (17 km) · Seoul (30 km) · Pyeongtaek (44 km) · Icheon (55 km). See also medieval castles · all rankings · castles by country.