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Gyeongju
South Korea
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Overview
Known as ‘the museum without walls’, Gyeongju (경주) has more tombs, temples, rock carvings, pagodas, Buddhist statuary and palace ruins than any other place in South Korea. It's a lovely city, stuffed to the gills with history.
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South Korea: Seoul, Jeju-do, and Busan in 13 Days
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- 1Touring Korea’s demilitarized zone (DMZ) at the border of North and South Korea
- 2Learning how to cook South Korean staples, from bulgogi to bibimbap, during a chef-led workshop
- 3Visiting Gyeongju’s ancient temples and royal tombs on a day trip from Busan
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Best Things to Do
Whether it’s your first or umpteenth journey to this place of deep history, these are our suggestions to chase the most unmissable Gyeongju experiences.
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Transportation
Before you discover nature and rich Silla history, start with these tips for how to get around Gyeongju by walking, cycling, driving and on public transport.
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