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Destinations Gyeongju |
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As the capital of the
Silla Kingdom for almost a thousand years, Gyeongju preserves vast
amount of significant and fascinating historical heritages. Along with
Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto, the Gyeongju Historical District
has been designated as a World Heritage by UNESCO. Due to the
bountiful historical, natural and cultural attractions, this region
has long been a major tourist destination in Korea.
Tourist Sites
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Bulguksa Temple
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Cheomseongdae
Observatory
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Cheonmachong Tomb
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Poseokjeongji
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Seokguram Grotto -Mt. Tohamsan
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Underwater Tomb of King
Munmu
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Bunhwangsa Temple
Address : 313 Guhwang-dong, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Description :
Bunhwangsa Temple of the Silla Dynasty is located in Guhwang-dong,
Gyeongju. Bunhwangsa Temple was established by Queen Seon-Deok
(reigned 632-647) of Silla. This temple was very famous during that
time. Many old monks and artists wrote books and drew pictures here.
Many of those Buddhist Paintings and sculptures were lost after
Imjinwaeran War (the Japanese Invasion of Korea from 1592 to 1598).
Bunhwangsa Temple is still famous today for its Mojeon Stone Pagoda
in the temple, designated as National Treasure No.30. This stone
pagoda was built by using rocks as bricks. It was originally built
as a 9-story pagoda but only 3 stories remain now. It is a part of
very important data in the studies of the Silla Stone culture and
development. At Bunhwangsa Temple, other than the Mojeon Stone
Pagoda, there is also the Samyong-byeoneojeong and several other
stone relics.
Directions :
At Gyeongju Bus Terminal, take Bus No.10 bound for Bulguksa
Temple. Go in the Gampo, Yangnam direction for 10 minutes and get
off in front of Bunhwangsa Temple.
Information :
- Information : Bunhwangsa Temple 054-742-9922 (Kor) -Hours :
(Winter Season) 08:00-17:00 / (Summer Season) 07:00-19:00
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Class |
Adults (won) |
Teenagers (won) |
Children |
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Individual |
1,000won |
800won |
600won |
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Group (30 or more) |
1,000won |
700won |
500won |
* Children: Age 7-12
/ Teenagers: Age 13-18/ Adults: Over Age 19
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Geumgwanchong Tomb
Address : Noseo-dong, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Description :
Geumgwanchong, located in Noseo-dong, Gyeongju, is a tomb of the
Silla Dynasty (B.C. 57∼A.D. 935). It is one of the three tombs in
downtown Gyeongju that belongs to the Noseo-dong tomb district.
Geumgwanchong Tomb is believed to be the tomb of a king before or
after King Ji-Jeung of the early 6th century (reign of 500-514). It
is not known exactly to whom this tomb belongs. It was found in
September 1921, when the fief was chopped when a civilian was
leveling the ground to widen his building land. The first relic
found in this tomb was a gold crown, 'geumgwan' in Korean, and thus
the tomb was named Geumgwanchong. Ornaments such as gold belts,
earrings, bracelets, saddlers and crockery of the Three Kingdoms Era
(when Goguryeo, Baekje and Silla were separated, later unified by
Silla in 676 AD) were dug up from the tomb. There were numerous
relics, with beaded relics alone numbering over 30,000. The original
structure of Geumgwanchong was 13 meters high with a 50 meter
diameter. The relics of this tomb were moved and are preserved at
the Gyeongju National Museum.
Directions :
From Gyeongju Bus Terminal, walk towards City Hall for about 10
minutes.
Information :
- Information : Private Park Administration Office
Tel: 054-772-3632 (Kor)
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Gyeongju Bomun
Tourist Town
Address : Sinpyeong-dong, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Description :
Gyeongju Bomun Tourist Town is the international tourist
district of Gyeongju. This tourist district is formed featuring
Bomunho Lake at its center, located 6km east of downtown Gyeongju.
The dimensions of the area is 19.38 square km, and it is designated
as a spa and special tourist district. It is a total tourist complex
that opened in April 1979. At the entrance the stream from
Deokdongho Lake flows in, powering a water mill inside, and flows on
to a 12m artificial waterfall. Within the Bomun Tourist Town are
facilities designed in traditional Korean architecture such as the
tourist center used as international conference room, golf resort,
shopping mall, and a tourist hotel. Also there are many amusement
facilities such as a ferry port, Yukbu Village, Seonjae Art Gallery,
Bomun Outdoor Performance Hall, drive-in theater, and Gyeongju
World. Every year from April to January the following year,
traditional Korean music (Gukak) performances are shown free of
charge at Bomun Outdoor Performance Hall. You can also enjoy the hot
spring in the Bomun District.The high quality spring keeps on
Celciou 35.5 degrees naturally. Along the lake is a long walkway
with many cherry trees. In April the whole walkway is covered with
pink petals of cherry blossoms. Viewing the beautiful scenery of
this walk with pink petals dancing with the wind will make you
gently smile.
Directions :
At Gyeongju Bus Terminal, take bus No.10 (which passes Geyongju
Train Station). Get off at Bomun Tourist Town.
Information :
- Information : Gyeongju Tourism Organization
Tel: 054-745-7601 (Kor, Eng, Jap, Chi)
- Homepage : Gyeungbuk Tourism Organization
http://www.ktda.co.kr (Kor, Eng, Jap)
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Gyeongju National Park
Address : Ilwon, Gyeongju-si, Nodong-dong, Gyeongju-si,
Gyeongsangbuk-do
Description :
Gyeongju National Park preserves the cultural sites of the Silla
Dynasty (established in 1st Century B.C., repelled Goguryeo and
Baekje; the first dynasty to unify the Korean peninsula from BC 57
to AD 935). Unlike the other parks located in the area, this park is
segmented into individual districts. But the admission fee is for
the whole park because the districts are segmented for the
government administration. Because Gyeongju itself is a historic
city with many important historic sites and relics, Gyeongju is
divided into 7 districts, and the park is divided accordingly as
well. The Namsan area of Gyeongju is called the Namsan District.
This is where many stone Buddhist statues, stone pagodas and about
100 temples sites are found. Here you can find Poseokjeong Pavillion,
which was part of the dwelling the King had prepared outside of the
palace for feasts. The Namsan District has many relics spread about
the area. You might feel like you took a ride on a time machine to
the Buddhist temple of the past. Another district is the Mt.
Tohamsan District. Here you will find the most famous tourist site
of Gyeongju, Bulguksa. Bulguksa was built in 535, during the reign
of King Beopheung (514-540) of the Silla Dynasty and is located at
the edge of Mt. Tohamsan. In front of Daeungjeon, there is Dabo
Pagoda (10.4m high) to the east and the 3-story Seokga Pagoda (8.2m)
to the west. These two pagodas are known as the most artistically
constructed Korean stone pagodas, domestically and internationally.
On the east side of Mt. Tohamsan is Seokguram, which is called the
principal Korean Buddhist statuary. The delicate engravings show the
magnificent statuary art, something that science and architecture
cannot gain upon. Within the Daebon District, another district of
Gyeongju National Park, is King Munmu’s Sujungreung. Near the King
Munmu’s Sujungreung Tombis the Gameunsaji 3-story stone pagoda,
which was built to praise King Munmu. In downtown Gyeongju is a
palace built on a half-moon shaped hill called Banwolseong, and the
oldest stone relic in the east, called Cheomseongdae (9.2m high).
Cheomseongdae was built to be used as an astronomical observatory in
the reign of Queen Seon-Deok (reigned 632-647). Between
Cheomseongdae and Wolseong is the Gyerim Forest, where Kim Al-Ji
(65-?), the progenitor of the Kim family, was supposed to have been
born. The name Gyerim was also once used as the country name of
Silla. Half a kilometer west of Cheomseongdae is Hwangnamdong where
Jeonmachong is located. Anapji Pond, which was built to serve noble
guests and where feasts were held, is also located in downtown
Gyeongju. Gyeongju National Musuem is located in Inwang-dong,
Gyeongju, where the relics from 1,000 years of the Silla Dynasty are
preserved.
Directions :
At Gyeongju Bus Terminal, take the Bulguksa Temple bound bus (45
minutes ride).
Information :
- Information : Gyeongju Tourism Organization :
Tel: 054-745-7601(Kor, Eng, Jap, Chi)
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Seokbinggo (Ice Store
House)
Address : 449-1 Insa-dong, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsanbuk-do
Description :
Seokbinggo means a freezer made of rocks. It is an ancient
refrigerator only in Korea. It is located in Gyeongju, the ancient
capital of the Silla Era (BC57-AD935). The appearance of this
wonderful vestige is humble and simple. But you will not be
disappointed at the entrance of the freezer. You can feel the cold
from inside the structure. Half of Seokbinggo is underground while
the other half is above ground, signifying the scientific propensity
of Korea. The floor, walls and ceiling are made of granite and has
an airway. The walls are covered with limestone to stop the moisture
and water. The floor is slanted to allow melted ice to funnel out.
The frozen ice was popular for the upper class. From historical
annals, it is assumed that Seokbinggo was made and at least 1500
years ago. Seokbbingo has been designated National Treasure No.66.
Directions :
From Gyeongju Bus Terminal and Gyeongju Station, take Bus No.11,
No.600, No.604,or No.609 and get off at Banwalsung.
Information :
- Admission Fee: none
- Hours: 24 Hours
- Closed : Open Year Round
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Leisure/Sports
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Bomun Golf Club
Address :
180-7 Mulcheon-ri,
Dongsan-ri, Cheonbuk-myeon, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongbuk
Description :
Bomun Golf
Club has spectacular scenery and as it is situated within the Bomun
Tourist Complex, which is a international recreation area situated
in Gyeongju. Many facilities such as hotels. hot springs, golf
course, tennis court, weight room, souvenir shop, shopping center,
and trail for strolling are all provided. Boating, yachting, and
wind surfing can be enjoyed at Bomun Lake.
Directions :
- Take Bus
No. 10, No. 11(which passes Bulguksa Temple) from the Gyeongju
Express Bus Terminal and get off at the entrance of Bomun golf Club.
- 15-20 minutes by taxi from Gyeongju Station.
Information :
1. Location :
180-7 Mulcheon-ri, Dongsan-ri, Cheonbuk-myeon, Gyeongju-si,
Gyeongsangbuk-do
2. Tel : 054-745-1680 (Kor)
3. Homepage: http://www.ktd.co.kr (Gyeongbuk Tourism Development
Corporation)/( Kor,Eng,Jap)
4. Holes : 18 holes (public)
5. Hours : Sunrise - 1 hour after sunset
6. Closed : None (Except for public holidays)
7. Green Fees (includeds cart fee) Entrance Fee (Won) 18 hole
Weekend 136,000 Weekdays 100,000 9 hole Weekend 69,000 Weekdays
51,000
8. Facilities : Parking Lot, Outdoor Lounge, Storage Room
- Caddy : 70,000 won
- Reservations are necessary on weekends and holidays (Reservations
begins on-line from 9:00 on the Tuesday of the week.
- Weekday Reservations (Reservations are received on-line from one
week before.)
- Foreigners are given preference. Rental Fee
Putter 3,000/ Full Set 20,000
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Gyeongju Country Club
Address :
375-1 Bukgun-dong, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Description :
Gyeongju
Country Club is located within Bomun Tourism Area with a spectacular
scenery of the Bomun Lake. It is within 15 minutes from Gyeongju and
is aiming to become the best golf course in Korea. The
characteristic of Gyeongju Country Club is "Light Golf" which has
enabled players to play golf at night and at daybreak under perfect
light settings. It is located in Gyeongju, which is a tourism city,
attracting the attention of tourists who love golf.
Directions :
At Gyeongju
Train Station take Bus No. 10 (go past Bulguksa Temple), then take
Bus No. 11 and get off at the entrance of Hanhwa Condominium. 15-20
min walk straight ahead.
At Gyeongju Express Bus Terminal take Bus No. 10 (go past Bulguksa
Temple), take Bus No. 11 and get off at the entrance of Hanhwa
Condominium. 15-20 min, walk straight ahead.
Information :
1. Tel :
054)745-2228 (Kor)
2. Homepage : http://www.kyongjugolf.co.kr/main.html (Kor)
3. Holes : 36 holes
4. Hours : 6:00-17:00 (There are slight changes between seasons)
5. Closed : None
6. Facilities : Club House, Lockers, Golf Shop, Lobby Lounge,
Practice Range, Restaurant
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Gyeongju Hilton Casino
Address : 370
Sinpyeon-dong, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsanbuk-do
Description :
Gyeongju"s
Hilton Hotel is inside the Gyeongju Bomun Tourist Complex. It has
324 rooms, including suites, a health club, Seonjae Art Gallery,
Paradise Duty-Free Shop, and the only foreigner exclusive casino in
the Gyeongsanbuk-do area. The casino has games such as Baccarat,
Black Jack, Big Wheels, Roulette, Craps, and Slot Machines. that you
can enjoy, and the bar inside the casino serves a variety of drinks
and snacks for free.
Directions :
From Gimhae (Busan)
Airport, Ulsan airport, and the Hilton Hotel, take a shuttle bus (1
hour travel time). A shuttle bus also stops at Gyeongju Station /
(15 minutes travel time).
Information :
1. Telephone:
054-745-7788 (Kor, Eng, Jap, Chi)
2. Homepage: www.gyeongjuhilton.co.kr (Kor)
3. Hours: 24 hours
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Cultural Centers
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Gyeongju National Museum
Address : 76
Inwang-dong, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongbuk
Description :
Gyeongju
National Museum is deep in tradition, with a history of about 90
years. Representing Gyeongju, which used to be the capital of Silla
(BC57-AD935), the museum is where you can view the cultural history
of Gyeongju district. The exhibit hall is divided into 4 large
parts: the Main hall, Annex I, Annex II, and the Outdoor Exhibit
Area (Museum Grounds). In the Main Hall you can see earthenware, and
in the Arts and Crafts room you can see various artwork and
craftwork. Gukeun Memorial Hall exhibits 666 artifacts, which are
the personal collection of Dr. Lee Yang-Seon, donated here for
preservation. Artifacts from the great tombs still left in the city
of Gyeongju are exhibited in Annex I, the Gobun Gallery. There are
many glittering accessories, such as golden crowns, crown ornaments,
belts, earrings etc. You can experience the superb artistry from the
Silla Period through these artifacts. Approximately 30,000 artifacts
were excavated from Anapji Pond, the most significant of which are
exhibited in Annex 2, the Anapji Gallery. The other galleries
exhibit household goods. The various types of items show the life in
the Royal Court during the Silla Period. After the galleries, you
can move on to the Outdoor Exhibit Area, which is the Museum
Grounds. The King Seongdeok’s Bell located there, is the most
renowned bell of Buddhist temples. You cannot help but feel solemn
as you watch the relic. There are also various artifacts from royal
palaces and temples exhibited here. Buddhist sculptures make up a
majority of the stone artifacts. If you are a traveler interested in
Buddhism or the magnificent culture of royal palaces, this is a
place you do not want to miss.
Directions :
At the
Gyeongju Bus Terminal or Gyeongju Train Station, take Bus No.11,
No.600, No.604, or No.609, and get off at the Museum.
Information :
1. Telephone:
054) 772-5193 (Kor)
2. Homepage: http://gyeongju.museum.go.kr (Kor/Eng/Jap)
3. Hours:
Mar.-Oct.:09:00-17:00 (-18:00 on Sat, Sun, Holidays)
Nov.-Feb.:09:00-16:00
4. Closed: Mondays, Jan 1st
5. Admission Fee:
* Age under 24: 200 won
* Age over 25: 400 won
6. Facilities: Parking Lot, Lounge, Public Phones, Cloakroom,
Facilities for the handicapped.
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Recommended Sites
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Bulguksa Temple
Address : 15
Jinhyeon-dong, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Description :
Bulguksa
Temple is the representative relic of Gyeongju and was designated as
a World Cultural Asset by UNESCO in 1995. The beauty of the temple
itself and the artistic touch of the stone relics are known
throughout the world.
Bulguksa Temple was built in 528 during the Silla Dynasty, on the
15th year of King Beop-Heung (reign 514-540). It was called Hwaeom
Bulguksa Temple or Beopryusa Temple back then. In 751, under King
Gyeong-Deok (reign 742∼765), Kim Dae-Seong (700-774) started
rebuilding the temple and finished in 774, under King Hye-Gong
(reign 765∼780). After 17 years of construction, the name 'Bulguksa'
was finally given to the temple. The name 'Bulguksa' was kept
through numerous renovations of the temple from Goryeo Dynasty
(918-1392) to Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). But during Imjinwaeran War
(the war provoked by Japan's invasion, 1592-1598) the wooden
building was burned, 819 years after first being established. From
1604, during Joseon Dynasty (King Seon-Jo’s 37th year) the
reconstruction started again and was renovated approximately 40
times till 1805, to the reign of King Sun-Jo (1790-1834). But the
temple still suffered many robberies and damage afterwards. In 1969,
the Bulguksa Temple Restoration Committee was formed and Mulseoljeon,
Gwaneumjeon, Birojeon, Gyeongru and Hoerang, which were merely left
as grounds of the original buildings, were rebuilt in 1973. Other
old or broken sites such as Daewungjeon, Geukrakjeon, Beomyeongru
and Jahamun were repaired. The Bulguksa Temple of today has many
cultural relics preserved within it, such as Dabo-tap (National
Treasure No.20), Sukga-tap (National Treasure No.21) Yeonhwa-gyo*
Chilbo-gyo (National Treasure No.22), Cheongun-gyo*Baekun-gyo
(National Treasure No.23) Golden Seated Vairocana Buddhist Figure
(National Treasure No.26), Golden Seated Amita Figure (National
Treasure No.27) and Sari-tap (National Treasure No.61) among others.
Directions :
At Gyeongju
Bus Terminal or Gyeongju Train Station, take the Bulguksa Temple
bound bus (Bus No.11, No.12, No.101 or No.102). Get off at Bulguksa
Temple Bus Stop (35 minutes ride).
Information :
- Information
: Bulguksa Temple Religious Affairs Office Tel: 054-746-9912-3 (Kor)
-Homepage: http://www.bulguksa.or.kr (Kor, Eng, Jap) -Hours :
(Winter Season) 07:00 - 17:00 (Summer Season) 07:00 - 18:00
-Admission Fee
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Class |
Adults (won) |
Teenagers (won) |
Children (won) |
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Individuals |
1,000 won |
800 won |
600 won |
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Groups (30 people or
more) |
1,000 won |
700 won |
500 won |
* Children:
Age 7-12 / Teenagers: Age 13-24 / Adults: age 25 and over
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Seokguram Grotto (Mt. Tohamsan)
Address : Edge of Mt.Tohamsan, Jinhyeon-dong, Gyeongju-si,
Gyeongsangbuk-do
Description :
Seokguram,
located on Mt.Tohamsan, is the representative stone temple of Korea.
The official name of Seokguram, National Treasure No.24, is
Seokguram Seokgul. Designated as World Cultural Asset by UNESCO in
1995, it is an artificial stone temple made of granites. The
construction first started with Kim Dae-Seong (700-774) in 751
during the reign of King Gyeong-Deok (742-765) of Silla dynasty (57
B.C.-A.D. 935) and it was finished in 774, after 24 years, during
the reign of King Hye-Gong (765-780). Seokguram is known to have
been built with Bulguksa temple. According to the history book
Samgukyusa of the Goryeo dynasty (the country that unified the
Korean peninsula at the end of the Silla dynasty, 918-1392),
Kim Dae-Seong had built Bulguksa for his present parents who were
alive, and Seokguram for his former parents in his former life.
Seokguram is an artificial stone temple made of granites, and is
located on the eastern peak of Mt.Toham (745m sea level). Inside the
round-shaped main hall is the Bojon statue, Bodhi-sattva and his
disciples. Seokguram was built to preserve these statues. The Bojon
figure is seated on the stage where the Yeonhwa gate is engraved,
and the Buddha has a generous, kind smile. The ceiling is decorated
with the shape of half moons and bows, and the top is covered by a
circular cap decorated with a lotus flower. The sunrise you can
watch from here is so beautiful that many people come here just to
see it.
Directions :
At Gyeongju
Bus Terminal, take the Bulguksa bound bus, bus No.10 or 11.
Approximately 45-50 minutes ride.
Information :
- Information
: Gyeongju Tourism Organization 054-745-7601 (Kor, Eng, Jap, Chi)
-Hours : (Winter season) 09:00-17:00 (Summer
season) 09:00-18:00 Admission fee:
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Class |
Adults |
Teenagers |
Children |
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Individial |
3,000 won |
2,500 won |
1,500 won |
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Groups (30 + people) |
3,000 won |
2,300 won |
1,300 won |
* Children
- Age 7-12 / Teenagers - Age 13-24
/ Adults - age 25 and over
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Underwater Tomb of King Munmu
Address :
Gyeongsanbuk-do, Gyeongju, Yangbuk-myeon, Bonggil-ri
Description :
On the bus
from Gyeongju to Bonggil-ri, you will be awed at the sight of the
vast blue sea spread before your eyes. As you gaze at the glittering
blue sea, a small but beautiful islet particularly catches your
attention. This little rocky islet is the Underwater Tomb of King
Munmu (661-681 A.D.), who unified the three kingdoms and became the
30th ruler of the Silla Kingdom. The king gave specific instructions
to be buried in the East Sea after his death so that he would become
a dragon and protect Silla from Japanese intruders. The rocky
island, about 200m in circumference, is divided by a cross-shaped
waterway, forming a pool at the center, at the bottom of which is a
granite 3.6 meters long, 2.9 meters wide and 0.9 meters thick. The
remains of King Munmu’s cremated body are buried under this rock.
Historians still debate whether the ashes of the King Munmu were
scattered or stored in an urn and placed under the granite. The
beauty of the landscape of the underwater tomb reaches its peak in
the autumn.
Directions :
Bus: From
Gyeongju Intercity Bus Terminal, take bus #150 to Yangbuk and get
off at Bonggil Beach (Bonggil Haesuyokjang) bus stop. The ride is
about 50 minutes.
Information :
Location:
Gyeongsanbuk-do, Gyeongju, Yangbuk-myeon, Bonggil-ri
Admission Fee: Free
Hours: Open 24 hours.
Closed: Open Year Round
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Cheonmachong Tomb
Address : 6-1
Hwangnam- dong, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsanbuk-do
Description :
Large ancient
tombs of kings and noblemen of the Silla Dynasty can be seen around
Gyeongju at the Daeleungwon Park. There are twenty-three large tombs
located here; the most famous ancient tomb being Cheonmachong and
Hwangnamdaechong. In an excavation of the area in the 1970’s,
Cheonmachong was discovered with a painting of mounted horse. This
painting is the only discovered painting from the Silla Era. You can
also view the inside of Cheonmachong. There are 11,526 remains and
crowns of the king inside the tomb demonstrating the lavish
lifestyle of the king. Another tourist attraction is the
Hwangnamdaechong, which is the largest ancient tomb. It houses the
bodies of both the king and queen and has over 30 thousand relics
and gold accessories. The unique thing about Hwangnamdaechong is
that the queen’s tomb has more luxurious accessories. From that
researchers have concluded that even the queen can have a high
social position even before marriage. You can feel the ancient
culture of Korea 1500 years ago when visiting these tombs.
Directions :
At Gyeongju
Bus Terminal, take City Bus No. 70, and get off at the entrance of
Daeleungwon.
Or take City Bus No.42, get off at the rear entrance of Daeleungwon.
Information :
- Admission
fee: *Individual Adult (19-64 years old) : 1,500 won Teens (13-19
years old) : 700 won Children (7-12 years old): 600 won *Group Adult
(19-64 years old) : 1,300 won Teens (13-19 years old) : 600 won
Children (7-12 years old) : 500 won -Hours: Winter season
(9:00-17:00) -Closed: open year round
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Cheomseongdae Observatory
Address :
Inwang-dong, Gyeongju-si, Gyeonsangbuk-do
Description :
Cheomseongdae
is the oldest existing astral observatory in Asia. Constructed
during the reign of Queen Seon-Deok (632-647), it was used for
observing the stars in order to forecast the weather. This stone
architecture is a beautiful combination of straight lines and
curves, designated as National Treasure No.31 on December 20th,
1962. Cheomseongdae was built in a cylinder shape with stones 30cm
big. 362 stones were piled up to make 27 levels. 4.16m up from the
bottom there is a 1㎡ square entrance and a space to hang a ladder
under it. The inside is filled with soil up to the 12th level, and
the 19th, 20th, 25th, and 26th levels all have long rocks hanging on
two areas, shaped as the chinese letter '井' (jeong). The ends of
these rocks stick outside. It stands 9.17m high and the base stone
on each side measures 5.35m. The Vernal Equinox, the Autumnal
Equinox, the Winter Solstice and the Summer Solstice and the 24
solar terms were determined by the observation of stars. The
pavilion stone is believed to have been used as a standard of
deciding directions, north, south, east and west. 362 stones were
used to build Cheomseongdae. This number of rocks represented the
number of days in a lunar year.
Directions :
Across from
Gyeongju Bus Terminal, take the Bulguksa Temple bound bus ->15
minutes walk.
Information :
- Information
: Private Park Control Office 054-772-3632 (Kor)
- Hours : Summer season (09:00 - 18:00)
Winter Season (09:00 - 17:00)
- Admission Fee :
Division
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Adults
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Teenagers
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Children
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Individual
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300 won |
150 won |
100 won |
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Group (30 people or
more) |
200 won |
100 won |
100 won |
*
children-ages 7-12 / Teenagers-ages 13-24
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Poseokjeongji
Address :
454-3 Bae-dong, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do.
Description :
Standing on a
rock next to a stream, Poseokjeong (surface area 7,432㎡) was
designated as private monument No.1 on January 21st, 1963. The
location is originally where the royal villa of the Silla dynasty
(57 B.C.-A.D. 935) had been, but the building
no longer exists, and only a stone waterway shaped as a shell is
left in its place. Poseokjeong was named so because of the shape of
the rock grooves, winding and shaped like an abalone. Poseokjeong is
built with 63 rock materials. It is 35cm wide, 26cm deep on average,
and the total length is about 10 meters. It is said that the Namsan
Valley water was brought here, and was spewed out through a stone
turtle, but the stone turtle does not remain today. This is where
the Silla Kings had come with their officials and nobles. It is said
that they would float their wine glasses on the water where the
water would flow along the stone groove, and they would recite poems
before their glasses floated up to them. Next to Poseokjeong, Poseok
valley was also much loved by the Silla people for its clean water
and beautiful features. Therefore the palace villa of Silla was
built here. Nowadays there are zelkova, pine and bamboo woods
preserving the cozy and relaxing atmosphere of the place.
Directions :
At Gyeongju
Bus Terminal, take the Naenam bound bus, No.500,501,503,505,506 or
507 for approximately 20 minutes. Get off at Poseokjeong Entrance
and walk for 5 minutes.
Information :
- Information
: Private Park Administration Office 054-772-3632 (Kor)
- Hours : Summer season (09:00 - 18:00)
Winter season (09:00 - 17:00)
- Admission Fee :
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Adults (won) |
Teenagers (won)
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Children (won) |
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Individuals
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500 won |
250 won |
200 won |
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Groups (30 people or
more) |
400 won |
200 won |
150 won |
* Children- Ages 7-12
/ Teenagers- Ages 13-24 / Adults- age 25 and
over
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