Gyeongju city tour From BUSAN - UNESCO World Heritage Site
Join us for a day filled with cultural wonders, ancient relics, and picturesque landscapes as we explore the enchanting city of Gyeongju, often referred to as the "Museum Without Walls."
Our adventure begins as we depart from Busan in the morning, traveling in a comfortable vehicle. Venture to the mystical Seokguram Grotto, a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to a sublime granite Buddha statue. Marvel at the craftsmanship and spirituality of this ancient masterpiece. Afterward, Immerse yourself in the tranquility of Bulguksa Temple, another UNESCO-listed gem. Discover the architectural brilliance of this 8th-century temple. Step back in time at Cheomseongdae, the oldest surviving astronomical observatory in East Asia. Conclude your day at the enchanting Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond, where you can witness a breathtaking sunset.
As the day comes to a close, we'll journey back to Busan, leaving you with memories of a day filled with cultural discoveries and natural beauty.
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Gyeongju city tour From BUSAN - UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Visit the Tumuli park. It has more than 20 large and small tombs from the Shilla period. The tombs are presumed to be those of kings and court officials. Most of them are earthen and mound-shaped. Some double gourd-shaped ones are for the joint burial of a husband and wife. As those excavated were all found to be stone-pilled wood-lined chamber type, most of the tombs here are presumed to be of the same type. During the excavations of chenmachong and Hwangnamchong , numerous artifacts (including a gold crown, gold girdles, gold and silver personal ornaments, horse fittings, and weapons) were uncovered.
Donggung and Wolji is one of the secondary palaces of the Shilla dynasty. It is also known as Anapji Pond, and it represents Gyeongju with its beautiful night view. Donggung, literally the East Palace, and the pond Wolji, literally the moon pond. The Donggung was one of the main palaces of the United Silla Kingdom. Many buildings were located within the palace grounds including Imhaejeon Hall. Parties were reportedly held here to celebrate the festive events of the kingdom or to welcome visitors.
Bulguksa Temple
The nearby Bulguksa Temple is the most famous Buddhist temple in Korea and the home to a number of important relics from the Silla period, including most obviously the two stone pagodas Dabotap and Soekgatap. It also dates from the 8th century but has been rebuilt on a number of occasions.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Hotel Pick-up & Drop off service
- Professional English-speaking guide
- All admission fees to tourists sites
- Gratuities
- All meals
- Travel Insurance
- Bottled water
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum of 2 tourists required per day.
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Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
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We pick up from any hotel or AirBnB in Busan. Please let us know your accommodation address so that we can pick you up at your place.
