Gyeongju Travel Guide for Foreigners: A Thousand-Year-Old City of Silla
'Museum without a roofcalled ' raceis the capital of Silla for 1,000 years, and is a city full of Korean history and relics. We summarize Gyeongju travel for foreigners.
Thousand-year old city, Gyeongju
Gyeongju is everywhere Royal tombs, temples, ruinsThis remains, making the entire city feel like a living history book. several ruins UNESCO World Heritage SiteIt is designated as .
Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto
The essence of Silla Buddhist art Bulguksa TempleWow, the Buddha statue in the cave is mysterious. Seokguram Grottois a representative attraction in Gyeongju. Both places are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Daereungwon, Cheomseongdae, Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond
A collection of huge burial mounds Daereungwon Royal Tomb, the oldest astronomical observatory in East Asia Cheomseongdae, the night is beautiful Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond (Anapji Pond) The night view is a must-see course.
Hwangridan-gil and food
A collection of cafes and shops in renovated hanoks Hwangridan-gilEnjoy the atmosphere, Gyeongju Bread (Hwangnam Bread)·Ssambap Try the same food.
How to get there
in Seoul Singyeongju Station by KTX/SRTIt will arrive in about 2 hours. It's easy to get around the city by bus, taxi, or bicycle, and it's worth taking a one- or two-day tour of major historic sites.
