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• Information
  Introduction
  The Tomb of Queen Seondeok is a round tumulus with a circumference of 73 meters. Aside from the fact that it is circled by a protective two-layer rock, the tomb has no other unique features. As the oldest daughter of King Jinpyeong, Queen Seondeok became the first queen of the Silla Kingdom. During the 16th year of her reign, Bunhwangsa Temple and Cheomseongdae Observatory were built. She also ordered the construction of the famous nine-story wooden pagoda of Hwangyongsa Temple, a significant achievement of Buddhist architecture. While many of her efforts laid the foundation for the unification of Three Kingdoms of Korea, Queen Seondeok’s reign was plagued by rebellion and strife and she died in 647 during a rebellion, 23 years before unification was realized.
  
  Current Status
  Historic Site No. 182 (Designated on August 27, 1969)
  
  Admission Fees
  Free
  
  
• Tourist Sites

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    Gyeongsangbuk-do Forest Research Institute (경상북도 산림환경연구원)

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Recreational Forests/ Arboretums
    Located at the foot of Namsan Mountain in Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do Forest Research Institute is a popular spot for field trips and relaxation due to the insti...

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    Seochulji Pond in Gyeongju (Lotus Flower) (경주 서출지)

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Ecological Tourist Sites
    Located at the foot of Namsan Mountain in Gyeongju, Seochulji Pond dates back to the Three Kingdoms Period. There are two, three-storied stone pagodas in the he...

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    The Divine Bell of King Seongdeok (성덕대왕신종)

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Monuments/ Historical Sites
    The Divine Bell of King Seongdeok, the largest Korean bell preserved, stands 3.75-meter tall, has a lip diameter of 2.27 meters, and is 11 to 25 entimeters wide...

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    Gyeongju National Museum (국립경주박물관)

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Museums
    Gyeongju National Museum is loved by visitors and residents alike as it houses numerous historical and cultural artifacts of the Silla dynasty (57 BC - AD 935)....

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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 ...

• Accommodation

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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...

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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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    Wiyeonjae Hanok Stay [Korea Quality] / 위연재 [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Hanok
    This hanok (traditional Korean house) is located very near to Cheomseongdae Observatory. Its location in front of the Gyeongju Historic Areas allows guests to r...

• Restaurants

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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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    Tobaki (토박이)

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Korean Food
    "Tobaki" serves exquisite Galchi-jjigae, Galchi-gui, and Dolsotbap, and has designated as a signature restaurant in the Gyeongju region. The restaurant welcomes...

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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 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...

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    Gyeongju Jungang Market (경주 중앙시장)

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Traditional Markets
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• Transportation
  Directions
  [Bus]
  From Gyeongju Bus Terminal, take Bus No. 600 or 603 and get off at Namsan Mountain Bus Stop.
  Walk for approx. 5 min.
  
  

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