Central Area  

 

Tumuli Park

In the heart of Kyongju City is a huge walled area containing 20 tombs of the Shilla monarchs and members of their families. Many of them have been excavated in recent years to yield fabulous treasures. 

Entry costs: W700 ($0,70)

 

 

  Ch'omsongdae

Ch'omsongdae is a stone observatory constructed between 632 and 646 AD. Its apparently simple design conceals an amazing subtlety. the 12 stones of its base symbolise the months of the year and from top to bottom there are 30 layers -- one fro each day of the month. Altogether there are 366 stones used in its construction, roughly one for each day of the year. There are numerous other technical detail relation to the tower's position, angles and the direction of its corners in relation to certain stars.

Entry costs: W150 ($0,15)  

 

 

 

  Anapji Pond

Anapji Pond was constructed by King Munmu in 674 AD as a pleasure garden to commemorate the unification of Shilla. Only remnants of the palace which noce stood here remain.

Entry costs: W700 ($0,70)

 

 

      Popchang-sa

On the main street, across form the rear gate of Tumuli Park, is the samall ans somwhat cramped compound of Popchang-sa. Rather undistinguished in appearance, this temple is nonetheless a reasonably quiet place wheere you can feel the peace and solemnity after sitting in the worship hall for a few minutes. Fierce guards have been painted on the front gate to keep the temple precinct safe from evil influence.    

 

South-East Area