A Thousand Years of Silla

A course walking in the footsteps of Buddhist art and kings in Gyeongju, the thousand-year capital of Silla.

1. 1

   Bulguksa Temple

   The pinnacle of Unified Silla Buddhist art, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

2. 2

   Seokguram Grotto

   A masterpiece of Asian sculpture carved in granite.

3. 3

   Daereungwon Tumuli Park (Cheonmachong)

   A grand tumulus complex of Silla kings.

4. 4

   Cheomseongdae Observatory

   The oldest surviving astronomical observatory in Asia.

5. 5

   Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

   The secondary palace and pond of the Silla royal court, famous for its night scenery.