The Atlas Obscura Guide To Gyeongju

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

Updated March 21, 2025

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Cheomseongdae

Numerical symbolism abound at East Asia's oldest observatory.

Gyeongju, South Korea

Wolji Pond

This human-made pond is part of a Korean palace complex first built in the 7th century.

Gyeongju, South Korea

Pink Muhly Grass

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

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.

Gyeongju, South Korea

Cheonmachong

This tomb's name derives from a famous painting of a white horse found inside.

Gyeongju, South Korea

Poseokjeong Pavilion

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

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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.

Gyeongju, South Korea

Seokguram Grotto

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

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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Gyeongju

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

Updated March 21, 2025

Unusual Attractions in Gyeongju

Gyeongju, South Korea

Cheomseongdae

Gyeongju, South Korea

Wolji Pond

Gyeongju, South Korea

Pink Muhly Grass

Gyeongju, South Korea

Gyeongju Seokbinggo

Gyeongju, South Korea

Cheonmachong

Gyeongju, South Korea

Poseokjeong Pavilion

Gyeongju, South Korea

Bunhwangsa

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Seokguram Grotto

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