The statue of Admiral Yi Sun-sin (Korean: 충무공 이순신 동상) is located at the street Sejongno, Gwanghwamun Plaza, Seoul, South Korea.
A miniature turtle ship, a type of contemporary Korean war vessel commanded by Yi Sun-sin, is also located in front of the statue.
[2] In 2005, the South Korean government considered moving the statue to another location, but after a public debate the plans were cancelled.
It underwent sand-blasting to remove rust, accumulated grime such as from roadside pollution; and repainted before returning to the Plaza.
It is named the 12.23 Fountain, to commemorate the 23 battles he fought with 12 warships, when he led Koreans to victory during the Japanese invasions of Korea.