First confirmation of ‘ritual traces’ found on the western wall of Pungnap Fortress… Excavated pottery and animal fluids

, ‘Traces of past rituals have been found for the first time on the west wall of Pungnap Fortress, the royal castle of Hanseong in Baekje.’,
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, ‘The National Research Institute of Cultural Heritage stated today (15th) that, “As a result of the investigation of the restoration area of the west wall of Pungnap Fortress, traces of past ritual activities and a new technique of building the castle by the Baekje people during the Hanseong period have been confirmed.”‘,

, ‘In the survey results, three earthenware jars believed to be ritual pits were unearthed at the foundation layer of the west wall. A ritual pit is a symbol buried to ward off bad energy before building a structure.’,

, ‘Additionally, animal remains such as dog and young cattle bones were found at the site of the west gate, presumed to be offerings made during past rituals, according to the research institute.’,

, ‘The research institute explained, “It is estimated that a preliminary plan was made from the first construction of the castle and included in the process of constructing the ground floor.”‘,

, ‘Earlier this year, various wooden pillars, including a 2.5-meter-long pillar called Jangmokju revealing the excellent architectural technology of the Baekje people during the Hanseong era, were discovered.’,
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, ‘The research institute will hold an on-site briefing session for two days starting today, the 17th.’,

, ‘The survey of the restoration area of the west wall of Pungnap Fortress has been ongoing since 2017 and will be completed this year with the publication of a report on the research results.’,
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, ‘[Photo source: Yonhap News / Provided by National Research Institute of Cultural Heritage]’,
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