"A Glimpse of the Past: Kyongju" Kyongju by schwein

Kyongju Travel Guide: 187 reviews and 487 photos

Kyongju was the capital of the Shilla Kingdom for over 1,000 years.

Thousands of historic buildings and objects have been maintained throughout the city, truly making it an open-air "museum without walls."

Many sites are within easy walking distance from each other, making visiting the city very convenient.

Intro Updated Nov 16, 2009
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Seokguram Grotto, main entrance - Kyongju

Seokguram Grotto Things to Do (7)

Seokguram grotto was first constructed by Prime MInister Kim Dae Seong in 751, the 10th year of Silla King Gyeongdeok.... more travel advice

Gwaereung Tomb Things to Do (7)

Treasure 1427, this tomb shows the carving techniques on safeguard stones. Carvings on the tomb are regarded as superior... more travel advice

Standing Yaksayeorae of Bunwhangsa - Kyongju

Standing Yaksayeorae of Bunwhangsa Things to Do (7)

This Buddhist image of Bhaisajyaguru is holding a medicine box in it's left hand. The inscriptions on the box indicate... more travel advice

Stone Pagoda at Bunhwang-sa Things to Do (7)

This stone pagoda (designated National Treasure No. 30) was built in 634 during the reign of Queen Seondok (r.632-647).... more travel advice

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Greggor58 Jan 6, 2011 at 6:03 PM

Another interesting page..Thanks for sharing this..I could enjoy some time exploring here easily!