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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Gyeongju

9 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Gyeongju, South Korea

Updated October 25, 2024

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Cheomseongdae

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Cheomseongdae

Numerical symbolism abound at East Asia's oldest observatory.
One of the structures on Wolji Pond.

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Wolji Pond

This human-made pond is part of a Korean palace complex first built in the 7th century.
The entrance was made facing the direction that allowed in the least amount of warmth.

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Gyeongju Seokbinggo

An early Korean refrigerator.
Cheonmachong

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Cheonmachong

This tomb's name derives from a famous painting of a white horse found inside.
A field of pink muhly grass outside Cheomseongdae Observatory.

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Pink Muhly Grass

From mid-September to early November, dreamy fields of pink muhly grass spring up all over South Korea.
Poseokjeong Pavilion

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Poseokjeong Pavilion

All that remains of an ancient royal palace is a water channel that was used for drinking games.
Bunhwangsa

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Bunhwangsa

This grand temple complex from the Old Silla era of Korea is home to a stone pagoda that was build in the 7th century.
Buddha at Seokguram

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Seokguram Grotto

Visiting this grotto is symbolic of a spiritual journey into Nirvana.
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Stories About Gyeongju

Earlier this year, excavations at Wolseong Palace unearthed more evidence of human sacrifice during its construction.

Why Were Human Sacrifices Buried Beneath Ancient Korea's 'Moon Castle'?

Remains sealed in the foundations suggest builders would do anything to protect the heart of a fledgling kingdom.
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October 15, 2021

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