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Hwaseong Fossilized Dinosaur Egg Site (화성 공룡알 화석지)

659, Gongnyong-ro, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Step back in time at the Hwaseong Fossilized Dinosaur Egg Site. This unique Korean location allows visitors to witness the remnants of the Cretaceous period, where numerous dinosaur eggs were discovered. Visitors should expect an exciting blend of natural history and paleontology, making it a must-see for science enthusiasts and families of all ages. While specific viewing times depend on ongoing excavation, generally, exploring the site’s geological history is captivating year-round. Be prepared to learn about the ancient life uncovered beneath the tidal flats!

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The Hwaseong Fossilized Dinosaur Egg Site was discovered on an island in the tidal plain south of Sihwaho Lake. The island was revealed when seawaters were blocked during a land reclamation project. As the sedimentary layer formed during the Cretaceous period of the Mesozoic Era (dated around 83 million to 85 million years ago) was eroded by weathering, roughly 200 dinosaur eggs in thirty nests were discovered at twelve dig sites. It is anticipated that more fossils will be discovered once a thorough investigation is carried out and more land is reclaimed.
Most dinosaur eggs are oval shaped and dark red. Considering the properties of the fossilized shells, the eggs that have been discovered so far are assumed to belong to four-legged herbivorous dinosaurs with a long neck and tail, and two-legged herbivorous dinosaurs, including the hadrosaur. A wide range of plant fossils were also discovered alongside the fossilized eggs, leading to expectations that the formerly lush environment may yet be restored.

The discovery of the Fossilized Dinosaur Egg Site in Hwaseong has greatly expanded the scope of Korean paleontology; previous paleontological discoveries were exclusively limited to fossilized dinosaur footprints. This significant discovery has attracted many internationally renowned scholars who have visited the site in Hwaseong.

Information

Phone

+82-31-5189-3508

Website

dinopia.hscity.go.kr
tour.hscity.go.kr

Hours

09:00-17:00 (Winter 10:00-17:00)

Closed

Mondays, New Year's Day, Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day) holidays

Parking

Available (29 parking spaces: 4 spaces for large-sized cars / 25 spaces for small & middle-sized cars)

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