Potongmun
| Potongmun | |
| Chosŏn'gŭl | 보통문 |
|---|---|
| Hancha | 普通門 |
| Revised Romanization | Botongmun |
| McCune–Reischauer | Pot'ongmun |
Potong Gate is the western gate of the inner complex of the walled city of Pyongyang (Pyongyang Castle). It was originally built in the sixth century [1] as an official Koguryo construction, and was later rebuilt in 1473. It features a granite base topped by a two-story pavilion. The gate's pavilion was destroyed by American bombings during the destruction of Pyongyang in Korean War, but was later reconstructed in 1955.
It is listed as National Treasures #3 in North Korea.
See also
References
- ↑ "Pothong Gate". Naenara. Retrieved January 4, 2016.
Coordinates: 39°01′38″N 125°44′30″E / 39.02722°N 125.74167°E
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