Gyeongju

Opening Bulguksa Temple is genuinely worth a trip if you’re in Gyeongju, but be honest with yourself about what you’re getting: a famous 8th-century temple complex that’s legitimately historic, coupled with a guaranteed crowd and some aggressive tourist infrastructure. I’ve been here three times now, and each visit confirmed that the temple itself justifies the … Read more

“`html Overview Gyeongju is unlike any other city in Korea. Once the capital of the ancient Silla Kingdom for nearly a thousand years, this city is an open-air museum. Getting There From Seoul Take the KTX to Singyeongju Station (about 2 hours). From Busan Only 35 minutes by KTX. Top Sights Bulguksa Temple Bulguksa Temple … Read more