Gyeongju tourism
Tourism Sites
Bulguksa Temple
🧠Fact: A UNESCO World Heritage Site and Korea’s most famous Buddhist temple, originally built in 528 AD.
đź’ˇ Tip: Visit early morning for peaceful views and to avoid tour groups.
Info: Bulguksa, perched on Mount Tohamsan in Gyeongju, is a 6th‑century Buddhist temple rebuilt in the 8th century under Prime Minister Kim Dae‑seong and designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1995
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. This sprawling complex features remarkable stone terraces, iconic bridges—Cheongun‑gyo and Baegun‑gyo—and twin stone pagodas: ornate Dabotap and simple Seokgatap, both national treasures
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. Its wooden halls—Daeungjeon, Gwaneumjeon, and Birojeon—house gilt‑bronze Buddhas. The temple exemplifies Silla’s golden age of Buddhist art, blending architectural harmony with spiritual symbolism across its three sacred zones
Tumuli Park (Daereungwon Tomb Complex)
🧠Fact: A cluster of royal tombs from the Silla era, including Cheonmachong Tomb, which you can enter to view
ancient relics.
💡 Tip: Rent a bike nearby to explore the entire tomb park and nearby Gyeongju’s historic district.
Info: Tumuli Park, also known as the Daereungwon Tomb Complex, is a historical site in Gyeongju, South Korea, that showcases large grass-covered burial mounds of ancient Silla royalty. This UNESCO-listed site contains more than 20 tombs, including the famous Cheonmachong (Heavenly Horse Tomb), where golden crowns and treasures were discovered. The park offers a peaceful walk through Korea’s ancient past, blending natural beauty with rich heritage. Visitors can explore the interior of some tombs and learn about Silla-era burial practices, making it a fascinating stop for history and culture enthusiasts.