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South Korea

Kyŏngju / Uncover Ancient Wonders

MeowScore 🙀108/100
What is MeowScore?
🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😻
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😻
🌳 Parks and greenery 😻
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

April

Ideal weather and cherry blossoms🌸

🎊
january

Visit historic sites and experience the Lunar New Year festivities.🎉🧨🏯

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february

Take a stroll in the snowy Bomun Lake and go ice fishing.🐟❄️

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march

Attend the Cherry Blossom Festival and hike in Namsan Mountain.🌸🌳

🍜
april

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage sites and taste local cuisine.🍜🏯

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may

Relax at the beaches and visit the night markets.🏖️🌃

🍉
june

Join the Watermelon Festival and go on a temple stay.🍉🧘‍♀️

🎇
july

Watch the fireworks at the Summer Festival and soak in hot springs.🎆♨️

🎢
august

Attend the Silla Millennium Festival and go on a theme park adventure.🎡🎉

🍂
september

Take a scenic drive and visit the Buddhist temples in fall foliage.🚗🍁

🥾
october

Go on a hiking trip and taste autumn specialties.🍁🧀

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november

Visit the Gyeongju Lantern Festival and stroll in the warm autumn sun.🏮☀️

❄️
december

Ski in the slopes and experience the Christmas markets.🎄⛷️

Usual visit duration

2-4 days

Kyongju's historical significance

Usual visit duration

2-4 days

Kyongju's historical significance

Kyongju is famous for its UNESCO World Heritage sites and museums, with enough to see for a few days.

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Kyongju

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Kyongju

Cash is preferred in small shops and restaurants. Splitting the bill is not common practice.

internet situation

great Speed

Fast fiber-optic connection

excellent Availability

Widespread access with many providers

excellent Cellular

Strong coverage from multiple carriers

Electric socket type F

Common in Europe (except UK and Ireland), Korea, Indonesia, Russia. Accepts Type C, Type E (if pinhole exists).

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LGBTQ hostile

Conservative culture

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Things to do

The mainstream

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Gyeongju National Museum
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Anapji Pond
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Cheomseongdae Observatory
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Seokguram Grotto
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Bulguksa Temple

The mainstream

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Gyeongju National Museum

A fascinating museum showcasing the rich history and culture of Kyongju, from ancient artifacts to modern art exhibits.

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Anapji Pond

An enchanting garden pond surrounded by cherry trees and ancient pagodas, perfect for a peaceful cat nap.

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🌌
Cheomseongdae Observatory

The oldest existing observatory in Asia, this historic site offers excellent views of the stars and moon.

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Seokguram Grotto

Known for its impressive Buddha statue and beautiful architecture, this site is a must-see for all cats visiting Kyongju.

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🏯
Bulguksa Temple

A UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for its intricate architecture and stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

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Off the beaten path

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Anapji Pond
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Bomun Lake
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Oksan Seowon Confucian Academy
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Cheomseongdae Observatory
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Tumuli Park

Off the beaten path

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Anapji Pond

There's a hidden pavilion that cats can use to observe the pond's beauty from afar. There are plenty of trees to scratch and lounge upon while gazing at the moon on the tranquil water surface.

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🎣
Bomun Lake

Cats can enjoy a refreshing stroll and a bit of fishing at Bomun Lake. If they're lucky, they can catch some koi fish and show off their successful hunt.

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📖
Oksan Seowon Confucian Academy

This educational institution from Joseon Dynasty is located in a serene forest and perfectly fits for relaxed cats. They can meditate on knowledge and wisdom under the breezy trees!

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🔭
Cheomseongdae Observatory

The oldest astronomical observatory in the East will amaze cats with its celestial stones. If you're lucky, you might find a shooting star to make a wish upon.

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🕰️
Tumuli Park

Famous for its 23 ancient burial mounds from Silla Dynasty, this park is perfect for history cat-lovers. They can sniff out the vibe of the ancient kingdom here!

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LGBTQ hostile

Conservative culture

Mindful meoweler tips

Massive Headstone at Cheonmachong Tomb

Cheonmachong Tomb is one of the most popular tombs in the city, and the headstone is almost 6 meters high!

The Swastika of Seokguram Grotto

Seokguram Grotto is home to an ancient Buddha statue surrounded by the Swastika, which has been a symbol in Korea for thousands of years.

The Garden of Bell of King Seongdeok

This garden was created to remember King Seongdeok, and houses the giant bell of the same name. There are also various flowers and plants to enjoy.

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