Embark on a journey through Korea’s picturesque countryside to Gyeongju, the ancient capital of the Silla dynasty. Explore its rich history and experience the beauty of rural Korean life.
Embark on a journey through Korea’s picturesque countryside to Gyeongju, the ancient capital of the Silla dynasty. Explore its rich history and experience the beauty of rural Korean life.
- Seokguram - Seokguram, located on Tohamsan Mountain, is a representative Korean stone temple. The official name of Seokguram, National Treasure No. 24, is Seokguram Seokgul. Designated a World Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1995, it is a stone temple constructed of granite. The construction was started by Kim Dae-Seong (700-774) in 751 and…
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Seokguram - Seokguram, located on Tohamsan Mountain, is a representative Korean stone temple. The official name of Seokguram, National Treasure No. 24, is Seokguram Seokgul. Designated a World Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1995, it is a stone temple constructed of granite. The construction was started by Kim Dae-Seong (700-774) in 751 and finished twenty-four years later, in 774.
Seokguram is known to have been built along with the Bulguksa Temple, according to the history book, Samgukyusa, from the Goryeo Dynasty. Kim Dae-Seong had built Bulguksa for the parents who were alive, and Seokguram for the parents from his former life. -
Bulguksa Temple - Bulguksa Temple is the representative relic of Gyeongju and was designated a World Cultural Asset by UNESCO in 1995. The beauty of the temple itself and the artistic touch of the stone relics are known throughout the world. Bulguksa Temple was built in 528 during the Silla Kingdom was built by Kim Dae-Seong (700-774), who started building the temple in 751 and completed it in 774.
Bulguksa Temple is home to many important cultural relics such as Dabo-tap (National Treasure No. 20), Seokga-tap (National Treasure No. 21) Yeonhwa-gyo Chilbo-gyo (National Treasure No. 22), Cheongun-gyo, Baegun-gyo (National Treasure No. 23), the Golden Seated Vairocana Buddhist Figure (National Treasure No. 26), the Golden Seated Amita Figure (National Treasure No. 27), and Sari-tap (Treasure No. 61). - Daereungwon Tomb Complex - Opened in 1964, Namdaemun Market is the largest traditional market in Korea with shops selling various goods. All products are sold at affordable prices and the stores in this area also function as wholesale markets.

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- Taxi and Public transportation
- English speaking guide
- Entrance fee for the mentioned tour attractions
- KTX Train ticket from/to Gyoengju
- Meals
- Private transportation
- Meals
- Private transportation
Embark on a journey through Korea’s scenic countryside to the temple-rich city of Gyeongju, the ancient capital of the Silla dynasty and recognized as one of the world’s ten historical cities. Gyeongju, the former capital of the Silla dynasty (57 BC-935 AD), is often referred to as a Museum without Walls.
Travel leisurely to Gyeongju, where you will…
Embark on a journey through Korea’s scenic countryside to the temple-rich city of Gyeongju, the ancient capital of the Silla dynasty and recognized as one of the world’s ten historical cities. Gyeongju, the former capital of the Silla dynasty (57 BC-935 AD), is often referred to as a Museum without Walls.
Travel leisurely to Gyeongju, where you will encounter Korea’s fertile farmland, sparkling brooks, protected ginseng farms, apple orchards, and charming rice paddies. These elements together create a vibrant patchwork of colors and ever-changing textures that define rural Korean life.
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