What to do in North Gyeongsang
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Gyeongju and Seokguram Grotto Day Tour From Busan
NZ$112
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Gyeongju's Top Attractions on Private Tour with a Licensed guide
NZ$187
per adult
Private Day tour Gyeongju Unesco culture area in Gyeongju city
NZ$140
per child
80% of travellers recommend
Andong's Top Attractions on a Private tour with a licensed guide
NZ$183
per adult
Pohang's Top Attractions on Private Tour with a licensed guide
NZ$183
per adult
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1. Bulguksa Temple
Bulguksa is the main temple of the 11th district of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. Even if you are not into Buddhist architecture, it’s worth visiting Bulguk-sa because of its beautiful gardens with arched stone bridges, lotus ponds and drooping willow trees.
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2. Bomun Lake
Bomun Lake has the forested Toham Mountain as its backdrop and attracts Korean families and elderly people from the city who are looking for some time away in nature. While you can visit the lake on a day trip, most stay in the Bomun Lake Resort, a tourism complex with several hotels, shops and restaurants by the artificial lake.
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3. Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond
While in Gyeongju, you won’t want to miss seeing the Gyeongju Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond after dark, when the illuminated pagodas and trees are reflected in the water. The small complex is part of Gyeongju National Park and it’s a local favorite for scenic evening walks.
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4. Gyeongju Gyochon Traditional Village
Visit the Gyeongju Gyochon Traditional Village to get a glimpse of the life of the Choi Clan of Korea, take part in artisan workshops, have a traditional Korean meal and taste the heritage-listed sake known as Gyeongju Gyodong Beopju liquor.
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5. Andong Hahoe Folk Village
Journey back to the 16th century at the time-honored Andong Hahoe Folk Village. Experience an ancient Korean way of life while peeking inside quaint houses, dining on local delicacies and watching a mask dance. Andong Hahoe Folk Village is a living village where residents carry out their daily routines as people did during the Joseon Dynasty. In 2010 it became a recognized UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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6. Cheomseongdae
Cheomseongdae, which literally means “reverently regarding the stars platform” in Korean, takes us back to the early days of science in South Korea’s former Silla capital. Learn how astronomy was used in agriculture, religion and urban planning in South Korea, or simply come here to enjoy the vistas. The tower is surrounded by the green burial mounds that are known as “tumuli,” which are iconic for Gyeongju.
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Bodeok-dong
While visiting Bodeok-dong, you might make a stop by sights like Silla Millennium Park and Blue One Water Park.
Hwangnam-dong
If you're spending some time in Hwangnam-dong, Hwangnidan-gil Road and Gyeongju National Park are top sights worth seeing.
Hwango-dong
While visiting Hwango-dong, you might make a stop by sights like Gyeongju Bowling Center and Shilla Daejong.
Wolseong-dong
While visiting Wolseong-dong, you might make a stop by sights like Gyeongju National Museum and Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond.
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Dongcheon-dong
Travellers enjoy Dongcheon-dong for its restaurants and parks. Consider checking out Gyeongju National Park while you're in the area.
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