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Gyeongju, a museum without a roof for 2 days and 1 night

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Gyeongju, a region where you can find cultural heritage sites wherever you go and a popular school trip destination, Anapji Pond that shines even brighter at night, Cheomseongdae standing guard in the middle of a vast plain, and Bulguksa Temple boasting outstanding architectural beauty. There are many famous places, but we will introduce a place that you can visit in a 1-night, 2-day course.

Woljeonggyo Bridge

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Located at 163-1, Gyodong, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, this bridge from the Unified Silla period, which was lost during the Joseon Dynasty, was restored in April 2018 after thorough verification. According to the Samguk Sagi, it was built in the 19th year of King Gyeongdeok's reign (760 AD) and served as a connection between Gyeongju Wolseong and Namsan.

Cheomseongdae Observatory

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A Silla Dynasty observatory built during the reign of Queen Seondeok, located about 300m northwest of the Banwolseong palace site in Inwang-dong, Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang Province. It is National Treasure No. 31, and maintains its original form, making it the oldest existing observatory in the world.

Daereungwon Tomb Complex

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This is an ancient tomb site from the Silla period, comprised of royal tombs including the 13th King Michu's tomb and the large twin mounds of Hwangnamdaechong, at the heart of Silla's tomb sites. Cheonmachong is also part of this site, allowing for an inside view of the ancient tomb.

어서어서책방

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Are you visiting Gyeongju? Come quickly. Here is the independent bookstore 'Eoseooseo'. We will guide your trip.

Sobakage

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A place where you can experience 'authentic' Mazesoba in Japan. Enjoy Mazesoba made from noodles fermented for 48 hours using the traditional Suta-style kneading method, combined with 12 ingredients and served with Okinawa's signature Orion beer for a complete meal! When the meal is coming to an end, adding a few drops of kelp vinegar or requesting service rice to finish with the remaining sauce can offer a unique experience.

스컹크웍스

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The space of Hanok, shaped like the letter 'ㅅ' and embracing a courtyard, further enhances the cozy atmosphere. After moving to Sarangchae to place an order, you can take a look around the interior and then find a spot on the wooden floor to lean back and relax. Spending the whole day here doesn't seem like a bad idea at all.

Losppongi

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There's no need to worry if you've come to Gyeongju alone. The ambiance of the 'Roppongi' Izakaya on Hwangnidan-gil will complete your trip.

Donggung Palace & Wolji Pond

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A historical site where a secondary palace of the Unified Silla during the North-South States Period was located. It is a popular spot for night views in Gyeongju, especially known for its impressive pond under the moonlight.

Oncheonjib

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I encountered the hot spring house known as a hotspot in Ikseon-dong at Hwangridan-gil in Gyeongju. Being able to taste the signature menu, doenjang shabu-shabu here as well is an indispensable pleasure in this trip.

샤이타이양

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If you're craving spicy food, how about a meal of Malatang at Shai Tai Yang in Hwangridan-gil, Gyeongju? If spicy food seems daunting, there's no need to worry, as there are a variety of Hong Kong-style dishes available, including unique beef noodles and fried rice!

LLOW

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Located in the Bomun Tourist Complex in Gyeongju, LLOW, short for Lean Low, embodies the idea of a space where one can lean back and relax in leisure. The building merges traditional Korean Hanok with modern architecture, designed to overlook the lake.

Bulguksa Temple

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Bulguksa Temple, located at 385 Bulguk-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, on the slopes of Mt. Toham, is a temple dating back to the Silla dynasty. In December 1995, it was designated as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site, together with Seokguram Hermitage, located halfway up Mt. Toham.

Hwangnyongwon

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Hwangnyongwon is a training center that serves as a spiritual and cultural space for consciousness education, centered around the mid-way tower mimicking the style of the Silla Dynasty's Hwangnyongsa Temple's nine-story pagoda. It allows visitors to appreciate our ancestors' exceptional artistry and architectural skills, as it reinterprets ancient structures with modern science and architectural techniques. It has become a new LANDMARK in the Gyeongju Bomun Tourist Complex.

Gyeongju Tower

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Gyeongju Expo Park, launched in 1998 as the world's first international cultural exposition themed on culture and arts, has hosted 10 global events until 2019, raising Korean cultural pride and contributing to the development of human culture. It is now a famous spot in Gyeongju where couples, friends, and families can enjoy a variety of exhibitions, videos, performances, and cultural content experiences together.