Located in the scenic Moranbong Park, the gate was originally built in the sixth century as an official Koguryo construction, although present construction dates from 1712.

This constellation was revered in traditional Korean religion - for example, many Buddhist temples in Korea contain a "Chilsong shrine" or other similar structure.

Ch'ilsŏng Gate is National Treasure #18 in North Korea.

There are pillars around the gatehouse, highlighting the middle bay; it has wooden floor.

The gatehouse contains a spacious room whose ceiling is supported without any beams.