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Gyeongju National Park

Gyeongju National Park

경주국립공원 · Gyeongbuk · Parks & nature

Gyeongju National Park, designated as a national park in 1968, holds a special status as Korea's only historical national park. The park spans 136.55㎢ across eight districts, including Tohamsan Mountain, home to the exquisite Buddhist treasures of Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto, as well as Namsan Mountain, known as the "Buddhist Museum," showcasing the pinnacle of Buddhist culture. The park boasts significant relics from the Silla dynasty alongside breathtaking natural landscapes. Recognized by UNESCO in 1979 as one of the top ten historic sites globally, it stands as a world-renowned cultural heritage site.

TypeParks & nature
RegionGyeongbuk
Address12 Cheonbungnam-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
HoursSeokguram grotto 09:00-17:00 / Bulguksa temple 09:00-18:00
ClosedN/A (Open all year round)
ParkingAvailable

Getting there

From Korea Tourism Organization open data. Hours and admission change with the season and on public holidays — confirm with the venue before a long trip.

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Gyeongju Bomunjeong Pavilion

Wooyang Museum of Contemporary Art (우양미술관)
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Wooyang Museum of Contemporary Art

Hwang Nyong Won (황룡원)
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Hwang Nyong Won

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Bomun Galbi

Gyeongju World (경주월드 어뮤즈먼트)
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Gyeongju World

Bomunho Lake (보문호)
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