Gimhae International Airport 2 hr 28
Gyeongju Gyochon Traditional Village (1 hr 10) Traditional buildings, living exhibits, events & local liquor are among this tourist hub's draws. Cheomseongdae (1 hr 3) Cyclindrical remains of an early observatory built using 362 stones to represent the solar year. Seokgatap (Sakyamuni Pagoda) (1 hr 19) Soaring 3-story stone pagoda, part of the Bulguksa Temple complex on Mount Toham. Tohamsan (1 hr 23) Scenic mountainous hiking spot with trails & 2 Buddhist shrines in a picturesque natural setting. Bomun Lake (1 hr 36) Beyond its scenic lake & lush woods, this popular destination features a resort & outdoor theater. Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond (59 min) Palace complex & manmade pond with 3 islets, dating to circa 674 CE & filled with lotus in summer. Gyeongju National Museum (1 hr) Museum with exhibits detailing Gyeongju's cultural history as country's former royal capital, Silla. Seokguram (1 hr 38) This famous, historical hermitage features acclaimed Buddhist sculptures & sea views. Gyeongju World (1 hr 36) Large theme park with roller coasters, plus a water park in summer & ice sledding in winter. 경주국립공원 (1 hr 37) Historical national park known for its scenic mountains, hiking trails, royal gardens & temples. Silla Millennium Park (1 hr 44) The history & culture of the Silla era is on display at this living museum with live performances. Bulguksa (1 hr 19) Completed in 774, this Buddhist temple complex on the slopes of Mount Toham features 2 pagodas. Cheonmachong (1 hr 7) Burial mound unearthed in 1973 & created in the 5th or 6th century, with a wooden room & artifacts. Daereungwon Royal Tomb (1 hr 7) Excavated in 1973, this ancient burial tomb of an unknown king contained 11,000+ artifacts. Namsan (1 hr 46) With a peak of 860 ft., this mountain offers trails & skyline views, plus the iconic N Seoul Tower. |