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• Information
  Introduction
  The Tomb of King Muyeol is the tomb of Kim Chun-chu, who acsended to the throne as King Muyeol (r. 654-661), the 29th ruler of the Silla Kingdom. The tomb is located at the southwestern foot of Seondosan Mountain in Gyeongju. As king, he sought to unify the three kingdoms by allying forces with China's Tang dynasty, but passed away before he could successfully accomplish his goal. His tomb is relatively large, reaching a height of 8.7 meters, and having a circumference of 114 meters. Originally made with large stones, the tomb has been covered in dirt and grass with the passing of time. To the east of the grave are the remains of his stele with an inscription that reads “Taejong Muyeol Daewangjibi (Tombstone of the Great King Muyeol)," indicating the owner of this grave.
  
  Current Status
  [Tomb of King Muyeol] Historic Site No. 20 (Designated Janary 21, 1963)
  [Stele of King Muyeol] National Treasure No. 25 (Designated December 20, 1962)
  
  Closed
  N/A (Open all year round)
  
  Operating Hours
  March-October 09:00-18:00
  November-February 09:00-17:00
  
  Parking Facilities
  Available
  
  Admission Fees
  Individuals - Adults 2,000 won / Teenagers 1,000 won / Children 500 won
  Groups - Adults 1,600 won / Teenagers 800 won / Children 400 won
  
  Restrooms
  Available
  
  Parking Fees
  Free
  
  
• Forecast
• Tourist Sites

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    Gyeongju Five Royal Tombs (경주 오릉)

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Monuments/ Historical Sites
    The Five Royal Tombs (called Oreung in Korean) have been officially designated Historic Site No. 172 and are the final resting places of four kings of the Park ...

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    Gyeongju Tomb of Kim Yu-sin (경주 김유신묘)

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Monuments/ Historical Sites
    The tomb of General Kim Yu-sin (595-673) is located near the Gyeongju Express Bus Terminal at the end of a scenic lane, popular in spring for its walls of yello...

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    Gyeongju Gyochon Traditional Village (경주 교촌마을)

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Old Houses/ Birth houses/Folk Villages
    At Gyeongju Gyochon Village, visitors can see the House of the Gyeongju Choi Clan (Important Folklore Material No. 27) and try some Gyeongju Gyodong Beopju Liqu...

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    Woljeonggyo Bridge (월정교)

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Monuments/ Historical Sites
    Woljeonggyo Bridge located in Gyo-dong, Gyeongju was built during the Unified Silla period (AD 676-935), but was burnt down during the Joseon dynasty. Through h...

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    Gyeongju Najeong Well (경주 나정)

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Monuments/ Historical Sites
    To the southeast of the royal tomb, is a small monument that has been erected among the pine trees; next to the monument is a well called Najeong. According to ...

• Accommodation

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    Huewon [Korea Quality] / 휴원 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Hanok
    Huewon (休垣) Huewon is a cozy hanok guesthouse located in Seoak-dong, Gyeongju. Since Gyeongju had been the capital of the Silla Dynasty for about a thousand yea...

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    Gyeongju Oreung Hanok [Korea Quality] / 경주오릉한옥 [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Hanok
    This hanok (traditional Korean house) guesthouse is located right across from the Five Royal Tombs in Gyeongju. Because there are no obstructions on the way, th...

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    KELIMGUNG [Korea Quality] / 계림궁 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Hanok
    According to a Korean myth, Gyerim Forest in Banwolseong Fortress, Gyeongju is the birthplace of Silla Kingdom founder Kim Alji (of Gyeongju Kim’s Clan) about ...

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    Gyeongjuhanok 1st [Korea Quality] / 경주 한옥 1번가 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Hanok
    As a new hanok guesthouse, Gyeongju Hanok 1st is located at the entrance to Cheonwon Village, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do. It has various modern amenities while...

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    Wadamjung [Korea Quality] / 와담정 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Hanok
    Wadamjung in Cheonwon Village, Gyeongju is a modern traditional Korean guesthouse built in May 2017, with both the features of a traditional Korean house and m...

• Restaurants

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    Goguryeoganeungil (고구려가는길 (낙지랑 쭈꾸미랑))

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Korean Food
    This restaurant boasts the typical rustic look of a hwangto building, exemplifying the beauties of the past with traditional folk dishes. At night, customers ca...

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    Yosokkoong (요석궁)

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Korean Food
    Named after Silla King Muyeol's daughter, Princess Yoseok, Yosokkoong serves traditional Korean food. The resturant is run by the Choi family, who settled on th...

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    Pyeongyang Naengmyeon (평양냉면)

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Korean Food
    The restaurant of Pyeongyang Naengmyeon has been operated through two generations and thus is very famous in Gyeongju. Its noodles are hand-made from starch of ...

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    Yongganggukbap (용강국밥)

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Korean Food
    The locals’ favorite restaurant that sells Korean-style soups. The best menu at this restaurant is rice soup. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gyeong...

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    Myeongdong Kalguksu (명동칼국수)

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Korean Food
    Myeongdong Kalguksu serves top-grade food made with the freshest ingredients. Visitors can try kalguksu and various mandu dishes in a cozy atmosphere.

• Shopping

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    Gyeongju Jungang Market (경주 중앙시장)

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Traditional Markets
    Opened in 1983 as an official market, Gyeongju Jungang Market is the main marketplace for Gyeongju locals. Nearly 700 stores selling clothing, oils, rice cakes,...

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    Gyeongju Seongdong Market (경주 성동시장)

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Traditional Markets
    Gyeongju Seongdong Market has approximately 300 stores and 30 vendors. The market as found its place as the city’s representative local marketplace since its op...

• Transportation
  Directions
  [Bus]
  From Dong Seoul Bus Terminal, take an intercity bus to Gyeongju Intercity Bus Terminal.
  From Gyeongju Bus Terminal Bus Stop, take Bus No. 61, 60, or 300-1 and get off at Royal Tomb of King Muyeol Bus Stop.
  
  

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