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About Gyeongju

From cultural assets to a trendy cafe street, enjoy the chill vibes of the city.

The Location Of Gyeongju

Map highlighting the location of Gyeongju, a coastal city in southeastern South Korea, in Gyeongsangbuk-do province.

Gyeongju is located at the southeastern tip of Gyeongsangbuk-do and borders Ulsan Metropolitan City to the south.

Also, it is a coastal city, but unlike the nearby Busan and Ulsan, Gyeongju doesn't have a big port.

Image of a KTX high-speed train, a fast and convenient way to travel from Seoul to Gyeongju in South Korea.

It costs around 30,000 won to take the express bus from the Seoul Express Bus Terminal and it takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes.

You can save even more time by taking the KTX from Seoul Station and Suseo Station, which will take 2 hours to reach Gyeongju and cost about 50,000 won.

The Population Of Gyeongju

A scenic view of Gyeongju's countryside, showcasing sprawling fields and traditional Korean homes, illustrating the city's quaint rural beauty.

The population of Gyeongju is 253,475 as of 2021.

Although it is a small city with a small population, Gyeongju is one of the oldest cities in Korea and preserves the tradition and beauty of the city.

Panoramic aerial view of Gyeongju's landscape, highlighting its expansive terrain and lush greenery.

Gyeongju is the second largest city in Korea next to Andong in terms of land area.

The area of Gyeongju is 1,324km². Compared to its population, it is humongous, about the size of Beijing, China, and more than twice the size of Seoul.

Interesting Facts About Gyeongju

An adorable white Donggyeong puppy, a rare Korean dog breed native to Gyeongju.

1. Gyeongju's Dog Breed, Donggyeong

Just like Japan's Shiba Inu and France's Bichon Frise, Gyeongju has its own dog breed.

Not only is the bob-tailed Donggyeong cute, but it is also known to be friendly and the natural monument of Korea.

The Bell of King Seongdeok, also known as Emile Bell, a national treasure located in Gyeongju, Korea.

2. The Secret Of The Cultural Property

Emile Bell, or The Bell Of King Seongdeok, is the national treasure of Korea and a valued cultural property of Gyeongju.

In order to protect this cultural property, the recorded version of the bell has been played since 2004.

Workers uncovering ancient artifacts during a construction project in Gyeongju, highlighting the city's rich cultural heritage found beneath its soil.

3. The Entire City Is A Museum

In Gyeongju, there are many cases of constructions getting interrupted. This is due to cultural properties that are often found just a little below the ground.

It is common in Gyeongju for ceramics from 1,000 years ago to be found during a public washroom construction and old jewelry to be found during repairs.

Celebrities Related To Gyeongju

1. Sunmi

Promotional image of the singer Sunmi, sitting in a fashionable pose with a vibrant blue backdrop.

2. Simon Dominic

Artistic photo of the rapper Simon Dominic, highlighting his unique style against a white background.

3. Woo Won-jae

Moody black and white photograph of Woo Won-jae, showcasing his contemplative persona.

Major Attractions Of Gyeongju

1. Bulguksa 불국사

Bulguksa Temple in Gyeongju, featuring traditional Korean architecture set against a clear blue sky.

2. Hwanglidangil 황리단길

Street view of Hwangridangil in Gyeongju during sunset, showing a quaint cafe street with traditional hanok rooftops.

Must-eats In Gyeongju

1. Milmyeon (Cold Noodles) 밀면

Close-up of a bowl of milmyeon, a popular Korean cold noodle dish, with chopsticks lifting the noodles.

2. Hwangnambbang (Red Bean Pastry) 황남빵

Assortment of Hwangnambbang, a traditional red bean pastry from Gyeongju, neatly arranged in a tray.

3. Hanwo (Premium Domestic Beef) 한우

Plate of premium Hanwoo beef slices, showcasing the marbled texture of Korea's highly esteemed meat.