A Banquet Hall

This pavilion is called Imnyugak Pavilion site. The excavation survey conducted in 1980 led to the discovery of a presumed site of the pavilion inside the fortress. The current building was then restored in 1993 based on the remaining structure and historic records.

According to Korean historical records, it was originally built in 500 AD, with the height of 15m. Currently, the restored two-story building consists of an elevated wooden-floor hall and many pillars. Also, you can climb up on the hall using stairs built on each side of it.

So what was this building used for? Why do you think the king of Baekje built such a large and splendid pavilion?

The king of Baekje used this pavilion as a banquet hall. He put much effort to strengthen the royal authority and to control the aristocrats. Also, he must have wanted to show off his power and commanding position, as he had successfully defeated invasions from neighboring countries.