Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025
You can learn about the history of Gyeongju with a trip to Cheonmachong. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.
History comes alive in Gyeongju, where grassy hills are scattered with the tombs of royals at this incredible partially excavated attraction.
Dotted with ancient burial mounds and surrounded by abundant nature, this walled-off city park is a major attraction in Gyeongju.
A National Treasure of Korea, this ancient astronomical observatory, in the shape of a big bottle, is the oldest one of its kind in East Asia.
Visit the “Fragrant Emperor Temple” in Gyeongju to see one of the oldest pagodas in Korea and admire the ancient Buddha images.
Read the mythical story behind this nature reserve in Gyeongju, go for a stroll beneath ancient trees and take a seat to relax in solitude.
