Location: Gyeongju
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Gyeongju (Korean: 경주, pronounced [kjʌŋ.dʑu]), historically known as "Seorabeol" (Korean: 서라벌, pronounced [sʌ.ɾa.bʌl]), is a coastal city in the far southeastern corner of North Gyeongsang Province in South Korea. It is the second largest city by area in the province after Andong, covering 1,324 km (511 sq mi) with a population of 264,091 people (as of December 2012.) Gyeongju is 370 km (230 mi) southeast of Seoul, and 55 km (34 mi) east of Daegu. The city borders Cheongdo and Yeongcheon to the west, Ulsan to the south and Pohang to the north, while to the east lies the coast of the East Sea. Numerous low mountains—outliers of the Taebaek range—are scattered around the city.
Restaurants in Gyeongju
1. Bulguksa Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,275 reviews
An impressive complex of stone pagodas and wooden shrines.
Reviewed By ssbelltx - New York City, United States
Worth your time to see. Peace to walk around Beautiful grounds and worshiping areas. Don't miss if you are in Gyeongju
2. Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond
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4.5 based on 863 reviews
Reviewed By 753ritam - Croydon, United Kingdom
Amazing walk around this complex..we took endless photos..the reflection in the lake was a crystal clear like a mirror reflection. We walked and loved this place..definitely worth the visit and at night too!!
3. Gyeongju Historic Area
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4.5 based on 148 reviews
Reviewed By vbrowning1 - Gold Coast, Australia
We are so pleased we chose to come to their area rather than another big town. Gorgeous old houses, wonderful historic sites, good food. We just loved it!. Make the effort to come.
4. Gyeongju World Amusement
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4.5 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By 25090150161 - Mumbai, India
Roller coaster is very good and i like the frisbhee ride as it goes 360 degree and i also like th trolley roller coaster
5. Seokguram
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4.0 based on 654 reviews
The eighth-century cave temple with a statue of Buddha looking at the sea.
Reviewed By moot - Tenbury Wells, United Kingdom
We hiked from Bulguk-sa all the way up (and on to Tohamsan Peak- take the trail beside the ticket booth) and down and although it was a slight challenge it was definitely worth it. The Buddha in the grotto is amazing and we were able to spend as long as we liked contemplating- we were there in November and there weren’t huge crowds but given the size of the toilet facilities and the car park I can imagine it gets very busy in season. The trees all around were stunning- definitely walk one way if you can manage it.
6. Daereungwon Tomb Complex
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4.0 based on 251 reviews
Reviewed By TravelerTrecker
This is a UNESCO site. You can see the tombs (tumuli) of the many kings and queens members of the Silla dinasty. The place is surrounded by a wall; the gardens and tombs are very well kept. The tombs are unique; they are large, tall, and are covered by green grass. You cannot visit the interior of the tombs. Some of the treasures discovered in the tombs are located at the Gyeongju National museum and at the Seoul National Museum. To understand the place and its contents, it is a good idea to visit these two museums. The treasures are impressive! There are several paths that you can take to visit the site at your pace. The paths connect and are very easy to follow. The park is harmonized by traditional music. The trees are beautiful and full of fruits. The site is peaceful, sublime, and relaxing. Just spent time, walk around, seat on the benches, see the green color, feel the great past, monumental history of the Silla culture, listen to the Korean past. The site is easy to find. You have to pay a very cheap ticket to enter. You need 2 hours to enjoy the site. Close by, outside the site, there is a replica of the old Gyeongju bell in a nice shrine. It complements your visit. Daereungwon is perhaps, the most impressive site in the historical area of Gyeongju. The are some other tombs close by. They are not kept as well as the ones here.
7. Cheonmachong Tomb
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4.0 based on 426 reviews
Reviewed By vbrowning1 - Gold Coast, Australia
We really loved the experience of visiting this little historical display of the finds of an ancient tomb. We went at night and there were only a couple of people there. This site is open until 10pm. The display is well organized and worth a look. Because we went later in the day, we were able to enjoy and take in the history and really have a good look at the artifacts. I would recommend you make the effort to go.
8. Cheomseongdae Observatory
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4.0 based on 621 reviews
Reviewed By mackensey1999 - Seoul, South Korea
I would recommend visiting here at sunset and then look at the tombs nearby or ride a bike, in time to see the LED lights at night. Beautiful and historical.
9. Golgulsa Temple
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4.0 based on 88 reviews
Reviewed By 309julianev - Magdeburg, Germany
We stayed 5 nights at the Golgulsa Temple and were able to calm down our mind and our Body. You get provided with a basic vegan meal and varies slightly every day. We suggest to stay at least 3 days to get into the temple routine and to calm down. Also the SunMuDo training was very benefitial for our bodies because the Master and Instructor were very competent.
10. Geumgwanchong Tomb
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4.0 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By Jerometm - Seoul, South Korea
Amazing, the park is nice and the visit of the inside of the tomb needs to be on your list. Great experience.
