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• Information
  Introduction
  Gujibong Peak in Gusan-dong, Gimhae in Gyeongsangnam-do is believed to be the birthplace of King Suro, the founder of the Gaya kingdom. The peak was originally named Gusubong (“gu” meaning “turtle,” “su” meaning “head”) after its resemblance to the head of a turtle. The flat part of the peak (the turtle’s “head”) is home to the Tomb of King Suro. On the summit is a southern-style dolmen dating back to the 4th century BC that consists of 5 or 6 support stones and a large cover stone measuring 2.5m in diameter. The cover stone bears the inscription “Gujibongseok,” said to be written by Han Ho.
  
  Gujibong Peak is considered a sacred place by the local people because, according to legend, it is the place where the creation of the Gaya Kingdom took place. During the Japanese colonial rule, the “neck” of the turtle was destroyed by the construction of a mountain road. Years later, a pedestrian road was built to rejoin the neck and restore the feng shui of the mountain.
  
  Current Status
  Historic Site No. 429 (Designated on March 7, 2001)
  
  
• Forecast
• Tourist Sites

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    Gimhae National Museum (국립김해박물관)

    Region : Gimhae-si Gyeongsangnam-do
    Type : Museums
    The Gimhae National Museum was opened on July 29, 1998, in order to research and preserve the cultural heritage of the ancient kingdom of Gaya. The museum is at...

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    Tomb of Queen Consort of King Suro (김해 수로왕비릉)

    Region : Gimhae-si Gyeongsangnam-do
    Type : Monuments/ Historical Sites
    Tomb of Queen Consort of King Suro in Gusan-dong, Gimhae is the final resting place of Queen Heo, the Queen Consort of King Suro, the founder of Garak. The tomb...

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    Archaeological Site in Bonghwang-dong, Gimhae (김해 봉황동 유적)

    Region : Gimhae-si Gyeongsangnam-do
    Type : Monuments/ Historical Sites
    In 1920, the Archaeological Site in Bonghwang-dong, Gimhae was the first site to be excavated in Korea. The site includes an important shell mound from the Gaya...

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    Ancient Tombs in Daeseong-dong, Gimhae (김해 대성동 고분군)

    Region : Gimhae-si Gyeongsangnam-do
    Type : Monuments/ Historical Sites
    The tumuli in Daeseong-dong, located to the east of the Royal Tomb of Kim Suro, reflect the formation and development of the Gaya Era. The Daeseong-dong Tumuli ...

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    Sureungwon Garden (수릉원)

    Region : Gimhae-si Gyeongsangnam-do
    Type : Parks
    Sureungwon is a 39,600㎡ ecological park built under the theme ‘The Meeting of King Suro and his Wife Queen Heo.’ The park connects the Royal Tomb of King Suro a...

• Accommodation

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    Gimhae Korean-style house[Korea Quality] / 김해한옥체험관[한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

    Region : Gimhae-si Gyeongsangnam-do
    Type : Hanok
    The Gimhae Hanok Experience Hall is a “hanok” stay that showcases the beauty and elegance of Korean culture. It has seven buildings in total. Anchae, Sarangchae...

• Restaurants

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    Mallihyang (만리향)

    Region : Gimhae-si Gyeongsangnam-do
    Type : Korean Food
    A store featured in famous Korean gourmet programs with 45 years’ tradition. This restaurant's signature menu is steamed dumpling. This Korean dishes restaurant...

• Shopping
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• Transportation
  Directions
  [Subway]
  Gimhae National Museum Station (Busan Gimhae Light Rail), Exit 2.
  Walk for approx. 20 min.
  
  

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