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Hwarang Hill

Hwarang Hill

화랑의언덕 · Gyeongbuk · Hiking & mountains

◎ Travel information to meet Hallyu’s charm - "The Good Bad Mother" · A meadow where Kang-ho and neighborhood children often played, Hwarang Hill is touted as a prime spot for one of the best snapshots of lifetime on social media. Walk up to the cliff-end rock known as Meditation Rock, you'll see a quaint village and rice paddies stretching out below. The hilltop boasts expansive lawns and a tranquil reservoir, perfect for a peaceful landscape view. While walking and picnicking are allowed, camping and car camping are not.

TypeHiking & mountains
RegionGyeongbuk
Address601 Suui-gil, Sannae-myeon, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Hours09:00-18:00
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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