Gyeongju Day Tour from Busan: Exploring South Korea's Open-Air Museum
Gyeongju
Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Gyeongju on a private day tour from Busan. Explore the open-air museum and discover the city's art, religion, and natural beauty with a knowledgeable local guide.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Seokguram - Seokguram, located on Tohamsan Mountain, is a representative Korean stone temple. The official name of Seokguram, National Treasure No. 24, is Seokguram Seokgul. Designated a World Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1995, it is a stone temple constructed of granite. The construction was started by Kim Dae-Seong (700-774) in 751 and finished twenty-four years later, in 774.
Seokguram is known to have been built along with the Bulguksa Temple, according to the history book, Samgukyusa, from the Goryeo Dynasty. Kim Dae-Seong had built Bulguksa for the parents who were alive, and Seokguram for the parents from his former life. -
Bulguksa Temple - Bulguksa Temple is the representative relic of Gyeongju and was designated a World Cultural Asset by UNESCO in 1995. The beauty of the temple itself and the artistic touch of the stone relics are known throughout the world. Bulguksa Temple was built in 528 during the Silla Kingdom was built by Kim Dae-Seong (700-774), who started building the temple in 751 and completed it in 774.
Bulguksa Temple is home to many important cultural relics such as Dabo-tap (National Treasure No. 20), Seokga-tap (National Treasure No. 21) Yeonhwa-gyo Chilbo-gyo (National Treasure No. 22), Cheongun-gyo, Baegun-gyo (National Treasure No. 23), the Golden Seated Vairocana Buddhist Figure (National Treasure No. 26), the Golden Seated Amita Figure (National Treasure No. 27), and Sari-tap (Treasure No. 61). - Daereungwon Tomb Complex - Opened in 1964, Namdaemun Market is the largest traditional market in Korea with shops selling various goods. All products are sold at affordable prices and the stores in this area also function as wholesale markets.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and/or taxes
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Bottled water
- Tea and coffee
- Dinner
- Lunch
Additional Information
We’re glad to welcome you to Busan, the second biggest city in South Korea, situated by the port. No matter if you’ve traveled by boat, train, or plane, there’s a local tour guide ready to reveal the distinctive features of their Korean region during a personal tour from Busan to Gyeongju.
Get a taste of Gyeongju through a local’s perspective! Your guide is eager to accommodate your interests, whether they lay in art, religious practices, historical events, or engaging with nature, while exploring Gyeongju, famously referred to as the open-air museum.
Location
Seokguram
999 Jinhyeon-dong,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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