The Freiburg Observatory, a new architectural structure built within Gwanggyo Lake Park, is inspired by the iconic observatory symbol of Freiburg, Germany, a world-renowned eco-city. It was established to commemorate the sister city relationship between the two cities and to express Suwon City's commitment to becoming an environmental city. From the Freiburg Observatory, visitors can enjoy stunning views of both Woncheon Lake and Shindae Lake.
At Aqua Planet Gwanggyo, an enjoyable experience and a fantastic underwater world never experienced before, you can vividly see over 210 species and 30,000 marine and land creatures living in the city sea up close. Various educational and experiential programs such as ecologist explanations, feeding experiences, and jellyfish laboratories, as well as thrilling shark tank transparent boat rides, Aqua Kids playground, and diverse performances, offer unique and fantastic content differentiated from typical aquariums, available 365 days a year. In the aquarium where light and creatures harmonize, Aqua Planet Gwanggyo lets you enjoy the pleasure of underwater exploration.
Bongnyeongsa Temple is a branch temple of Yongjusa, the head temple of the 2nd district of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism, located at the foot of Gwanggyosan Mountain in Wumandong, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si. As the oldest temple in Suwon, Bongnyeongsa houses a stone triad Buddha from the Goryeo period and an approximately 800-year-old juniper tree in front of the Daeungjeon Hall, both bearing witness to the temple’s history. It was founded in 1208 by Won-gak Guksa and originally called Seongchangsar, renamed Bongdeoksa around 1400, and then rebuilt and renamed Bongnyeongsa in 1469 during King Yejong’s first year of Joseon by Monk Hye-gak Guksa. Hye-gak was honored as a teacher by King Sejo and made significant contributions to the translation of Buddhist scriptures. A new era began at Bongnyeongsa in 1971 when Nun Myojeon was appointed head monk; the temple expanded by constructing a meditation hall and a training center, and opened the latter in the same year. In 1975, Nun Myoeom established a monastic academy, serving as head and academic dean from 1979 when it was renamed the Buddhist Nun’s College. Currently, the temple is a training center for nuns with a meditation hall, lecture hall, and monastic discipline center, dedicated to cultivating Buddha nature and serving as a foundation of Korean Buddhism in harmony with its location at Gwanggyosan Mountain.
Mulbongsun Children's Park operates as a water play area in the summer. The facilities are low and the water is shallow, making it suitable for children to play in the water. Convenience facilities such as benches and exercise equipment are provided near the water play area. The water play area runs for 45 minutes followed by a 15-minute break. Lifeguards are stationed for safety, and children under 5 years old must be accompanied by a guardian for facility safety. Additionally, to ensure the safety of young children, adolescents aged 12 and over are advised to refrain from using the facility. Outside shoes are not allowed, and wearing aqua shoes is recommended.
Gwanggyo Central Park is located in Gwanggyo New City, Suwon Special City, where nature and the urban environment coexist harmoniously. It features a forest experience center tailored for young children, making it an ideal spot for family visits. The park includes attractions that stimulate children's curiosity and adventurous spirit, such as a suspension bridge, a long slide, a zipline, and an Indian house, moving beyond a simple playground. Additionally, the park offers walking trails, exercise equipment, and a wide lawn for active use. It is a great place for family outings on weekends.
This is the tomb of Sim On (1375–1418), a civil minister during the reign of King Taejong of Joseon. His ancestral home is Cheongsong (청송), his courtesy name is Jungok (중옥), and his posthumous name is Wonyo (원효). He was the father-in-law of King Sejong and was ennobled as Cheongcheon Buwongun, eventually serving as Prime Minister. In 1418 (Sejong 1), while on a mission to the Ming dynasty, he was falsely accused of being involved in the Musul Ok-sa incident and was arrested in Uiju on the way back, dying in Suwon. Later proven innocent, he was posthumously reinstated in 1451 (Munjong 1). The tomb area is arranged in three stepped terraces centered around a boundary stone called gyeche-seok and preserves the original form of 15th-century tomb design. The tombstone in front of the mound, made in the bamboo case style, bears the posthumous name 'Anhyo,' indicating it was made after 1451. The epitaph is written in Songseol script, popular in that era, and is vigorous yet elegant. Through records in the 1928 publication Geunyeok Seohwa Jing, the calligraphy is attributed to Anpyeong Daegun (1418–1453), a master of Songseol script. The lantern has a three-tiered circular stone shape that appears somewhat unnatural but exhibits the large, open style characteristic of 15th-century design. The Munseok-in stone figure wears a bokdu on its head and official robes, with a grand scale and strong impression symbolizing tomb guardianship well. The tomb preserves the original form of early Joseon tombs, and the monument’s Songseol script and 15th-century artistry represent unique features of mortuary culture in the Gyeonggi region, making it a valuable cultural heritage site.
