Gyeongju City

Gyeongju

The ancient capital of the Silla Dynasty, this historical city is known as the "roofless museum" and is dotted with World Heritage sites.

🏛️ Main Attractions

Bulguksa Temple (World Heritage Site)
Seokguram Grotto (World Heritage Site)
Daereungwon (Ancient Tombs)
Cheomseongdae (Astronomical Observatory)
Anapji Pond
Gyeongju National Museum
Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond
Namsan Mountain

🏨 Recommended Hotels

Hilton Gyeongju
Kolon Gyeongju
Gyeongju Hyundai Hotel
The Suites Gyeongju

🍜 Restaurants & Food

Gyeongju Bread
Sambap Set Meal
Gyeongju Korean Set Meal
Gyodong Cafe Street

🚇 Transportation

You can get around the main tourist spots by city bus. Bicycle rentals are also popular.

🛍️ Shopping

  • Seongdong Marketshop
  • Jungang Marketshop
  • Gyeongju Crafts Shopshop
  • Hwangnam Bread Main Storeshop

💡 Travel Tips

  • It is especially beautiful in spring (cherry blossoms) and autumn (red leaves).
  • It is recommended to visit Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto early in the morning.
  • The historical sites are extensive, so plan your visit accordingly.

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