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Take a journey through the picturesque countryside of Korea to temple-rich Gyeongju, the ancient capital of the Silla dynasty and one of the ten historical cities in the world. Gyeongju, the ancient capital of the Silla dynasty (BC57-AD935), often dubbed as a Museum without Walls.
Make your way leisurely to Gyeongju, where you will see Korea's fertile farmland, glistening brooks, sheltered ginseng farms, apple plantations and lovely rice paddies that together form the patchwork of colors and ever-changing textures of the rural Korean life.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet at the station [30 mins before the departure time of train]
Itinerary
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1Seokguram
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.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
2Bulguksa 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).
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
3Daereungwon 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.
50 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Gyeongju National Museum
Gyeongju National Museum houses numerous historical and cultural artifacts of the Silla dynasty (57 BC-AD 935). The museum provides various programs including at the Children’s Museum School. The newly renovated Silla Art Gallery and Silla History Gallery lobby by Teoyang Studio are popular among visitors. This multi-complex center provides the history of Silla with various artifacts.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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