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Interior Spiral Staircase
The interior spiral staircase at Dongbukgongsimdon provides access to the upper reaches of the tower and, combined with the building's rounded form, is why locals call it the Shell Tower. Climbing the stairs leads to a viewing platform offering broader vistas across Suwon, though the real appeal lies in the experience of moving through the building's interior itself. What to see here is less about panoramic views and more about the architectural journey.
Dancheong Ceiling
The interior ceiling of Dongbukgongsimdon showcases dancheong, the traditional Korean decorative painting technique applied to wooden structures. Five primary colours—blue, red, yellow, white and black—are arranged in intricate patterns across the ceiling, creating a ceremonial and artistic atmosphere. This ornamental polychrome work is characteristic of classical Korean architecture and craftsmanship, lending the space its distinctive visual richness and formal character.
- 1.Interior Spiral Staircase
- 2.Dancheong Ceiling
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