Ancient underground freezer unearthed at South Korean castle

Ancient Underground Freezer Unearthed at South Korean Castle

Archaeologists have discovered a 1,400-year-old ice storage chamber, known as a "bingo", at the site of the historically significant Busosanseong Fortress in South Korea.

The underground facility is the oldest known of its kind and provides insight into the architectural complexities and advancements of feudal Korean culture.

Author's summary: Ancient ice storage chamber found in South Korea.

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Popular Science Popular Science — 2025-10-16

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