Kyongju
Kyongju
About 1,000 years ago, Korea was ruled by the Shilla kings and this was their capital city. Walk around this open-air museum - now a UNESCO World Heritage Site - and see the temples and palaces where the Shilla kings once worshiped and ruled.
Attractions
The most impressive structure to survive is undoubtedly the seventh-century Chomsongdae, an observatory that ranks amongst the oldest in Asia. Nearby Tumuli Park contains 20 tomb mounds of Shilla Royalty, one of which, the Heavenly Horse Tomb, can be entered. Many treasures of the area, including golden crowns excavated from the tombs, can be seen in the Kyongju National Museum. The Anapji Pond and Gardens are a reconstructed pleasure garden complete with pavilions. The surrounding hills are dotted with ancient monuments and temples and laced with scenic hiking trails.
Currency
Currency in South Korea: South Korean won (KRW)
