Hwangridan-gil is a relatively new street in Gyeongju with over 700 shops, cafés, bakeries, restaurants, and accommodations. Though other Korean cities are known for their skyscrapers and buildings, Gyeongju, as a heritage site, imposes limits on building height, with most of the buildings only having one or two floors. Many buildings are also built in the form of a hanok (traditional Korean building), creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for visitors.

Built between the fifth and sixth century during the Silla Dynasty, it is one of the most iconic ancient burial sites in Korea, housing the tombs of the royal family. There are still new sites being excavated to this day. Within the complex, you will have the opportunity to view and enter the tombs that have been made accessible to the public.

Cheomsongdae, Korea’s 31st national treasure, is an astronomical observatory built in the year 633. It is known to be the oldest surviving observatory in the world.

The temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is recognized as Historic and Scenic Site No. 1 by the Korean government, housing six national treasures. It was first built as a small temple in the year 528 but grew in size over time as Buddhism spread across Korea. Unfortunately, because of wars throughout history, the wooden buildings were burnt down and reconstructed in 1604.

Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1995, this sculpture of Buddha sitting on a lotus is built in an artificial grotto. Within the grotto, you will experience a feeling of grandeur as well as a sense of peace and tranquility from the look on the sculpture’s face. It is a great representation of Buddhist art during the Silla Dynasty.

Hwangridan-gil is a relatively new street in Gyeongju with over 700 shops, cafés, bakeries, restaurants, and accommodations. Though other Korean cities are known for their skyscrapers and buildings, Gyeongju, as a heritage site, imposes limits on building height, with most of the buildings only having one or two floors. Many buildings are also built in the form of a hanok (traditional Korean building), creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for visitors.

Wolji, an artificial pond built in 674, was accompanied by a separate palace for the princes during the Silla Dynasty. Donggung, meaning ‘Eastern Palace’, was established after Silla’s unification of the Three Kingdoms as the main residency for the prince. It is known for its beautiful scenery, particularly during sunset and at night, when the reflections from the pond make it even more beautiful.

Built in 682, it was home to the first national university in Silla, known by the name “Gukhak” and later called “Hyanghak” or “Hyanggyo” during the Joseon Dynasty. It is centered around the Gyeongju Choi Clan, a prominent Korean family. The hanok (traditional Korean houses) in the area allows visitors to experience traditional Korean life.

Not far from Gyochon Village is Woljeonggyo, a wooden bridge over the river. Originally, it was recorded to have been built in 760 and lasted for over 520 years. However, historical records indicate that it was burned down during a war, and all that was left of the bridge were its stone piers. Korea decided to reconstruct the bridge in 2004, and it was reopened in 2018.

Gyeongju National Museum encapsulates over 1,000 years of Silla history in one place, offering an opportunity for visitors to view cultural treasures and artifacts that have been discovered and preserved. Its main attractions are the royal family’s crowns and jewelry, providing for a fascinating comparison to artifacts from visitors’ home countries.

Gyeongju National Museum encapsulates over 1,000 years of Silla history in one place, offering an opportunity for visitors to view cultural treasures and artifacts that have been discovered and preserved. Its main attractions are the royal family’s crowns and jewelry, providing for a fascinating comparison to artifacts from visitors’ home countries.

Built between the fifth and sixth century during the Silla Dynasty, it is one of the most iconic ancient burial sites in Korea, housing the tombs of the royal family. There are still new sites being excavated to this day. Within the complex, you will have the opportunity to view and enter the tombs that have been made accessible to the public.

Cheomsongdae, Korea’s 31st national treasure, is an astronomical observatory built in the year 633. It is known to be the oldest surviving observatory in the world.

The temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is recognized as Historic and Scenic Site No. 1 by the Korean government, housing six national treasures. It was first built as a small temple in the year 528 but grew in size over time as Buddhism spread across Korea. Unfortunately, because of wars throughout history, the wooden buildings were burnt down and reconstructed in 1604.

Discover the rich cultural heritage of Korea through a collection of traditional clothing, household items, and ceremonial objects from the Joseon Dynasty. Located in the UNESCO World Heritage site of Yangdong Folk Village, the exhibition hall provides a unique insight into the daily lives and enduring customs of the villagers.

The Hwangnyongsa History Museum is dedicated to the history and legacy of the ancient Hwangnyongsa Temple. Once one of the largest and most significant Buddhist temples in East Asia, Hwangnyongsa played a crucial role during the Silla Dynasty.

Wolji, an artificial pond built in 674, was accompanied by a separate palace for the princes during the Silla Dynasty. Donggung, meaning ‘Eastern Palace’, was established after Silla’s unification of the Three Kingdoms as the main residency for the prince. It is known for its beautiful scenery, particularly during sunset and at night, when the reflections from the pond make it even more beautiful.