Monday, February 11, 2008

South Korea Fire

A fire has partially destroyed "The Great South Gate" or otherwise known as "Sungnyemum"  in Namedaemum.  The authorities suspect arson.  

This land mark was built in 1397 and then rebuilt 1447.  It was built to protect the city of Seoul Korea from invaders, it has been the entrance of the city for 600 years.  

Another one of man's buildings has been defaced by people who do not understand history.  Yes, it was just a gate to some.  But for people who love history it was a national land mark.  This symbol is gone and can not really be rebuilt.  If it is rebuilt it will not be the same.

History is important to learn.  This is such a shame.

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