Gyeongju Ssambap Street
경주 쌈밥거리 · Gyeongbuk · Neighbourhoods & streets
Gyeongju Ssambap Street, developed around the Daereungwon Ancient Tomb Complex in Gyeongju, offers a diverse culinary experience. A highlight is ssambap (leaf wraps and rice), a dish featuring fresh vegetables accompanied by substantial side dishes like fish, meat, and doenjang jjigae (soybean paste jjigae) made from homemade soybean paste. Additionally, this street presents a variety of snacks, including Hwangnam ppang (Hwangnam bread) prepared with red beans and flour, and jjondeugi, a traditional chewy snack made from cornmeal and sugar. Nearby attractions include the Cheomseongdae Observatory, Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond, Woljeonggyo Bridge, and the Gyeongju National Museum.
| Type | Neighbourhoods & streets |
|---|---|
| Region | Gyeongbuk |
| Address | 9 Gyerim-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do |
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On nearby while you're here
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- Oct 9, 2026 – Oct 11, 2026Silla Culture Festival
- Sep 19, 2026Gyeongju Golden Carnival
- Sep 18, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026Gyeongju Heritage Night Walk
- Jun 12, 2026 – Oct 11, 2026Sarira Reliquary from the Hwangnyongsa Wooden Pagoda
Within walking distance
Gyeongju Daereungwon Ancient Tomb Complex
Cheonmachong Tomb (Daereungwon Ancient Tombs) (천마총(대릉원))
![Gyeongju Historic Area [UNESCO World Heritage] (경주역사유적지구 [유네스코 세계문화유산])](http://tong.visitkorea.or.kr/cms/resource/03/2656603_image2_1.jpg)
Gyeongju Historic Area [UNESCO World Heritage]
Gyeongju Hwangnidan Street
Gyeongju Hanbokpan
OAR Contemporary Art Museum
Cheomseongdae Observatory
