Daereungwon Tomb Complex — Attraction in Gyeongju-si

The Daereungwon Tomb Complex in Gyeongju is a truly fascinating site, offering a unique window into the Silla Kingdom's history. The vast expanse of grassy mounds, which are actually ancient royal tombs, creates a serene and almost surreal landscape. It's quite remarkable to imagine the history and stories buried beneath these verdant hills.

While I visited in early spring, and the foliage wasn't at its peak lushness, the sheer scale and historical significance of the complex still left a lasting impression. I can only imagine how much more vibrant the site must be in the full bloom of spring or the rich colors of autumn.

Even without the vibrant greenery, walking among these ancient tombs evokes a sense of wonder and respect for the Silla Dynasty. The Cheonmachong Tomb, which is open to the public, provides a glimpse into the burial practices and treasures of the Silla royalty. It's a must-see within the complex.

While my visit was in early spring, I would highly recommend visiting in other seasons to experience the changing beauty of the landscape. Regardless of the time of year, the Daereungwon Tomb Complex is a powerful reminder of Korea's rich past and a must-visit for any...

When you take a stroll through downtown Gyeongju, you will immediately spot the eye-catching collection of giant tumuli that look like hills. These verdant, well-decorated tombs punctuate the city standing on a borderline between the past and present, while several dozen tumuli will sometimes form a beautiful park. Wander among the royal tombs of Gyeongju and travel back in time – you can find different kinds of amazing scenes from the dynasty’s long history and there is particularly breathtaking scenery where the former kings and queens now rest in peace. The mounts inside are the official park you can only get so close to; but just outside the park are a number of mounts that you can walk right up to and around, which is very cool. the provides you with a whole new perspective of the size of the burial mounts. Gyeongju, the City of Ancient Tombs, is waiting for you. We went part of a tour, while ok during our next visit we will...

You must visit this historical place!!

Within Daereungwon Tomb Complex is Cheonmachong Tomb (Ancient Tomb No. 155), which was excavated in 1973. Cheonmachong Tomb consists of a wooden coffin placed inside an underground chamber mounded with boulders and earth, characterized as a typical upper class tomb of the Silla period.

The mound has a height of 12.7 m with a diameter of 50 m, and consists of a layer of rocks collected from streams.

Below the rock layer is a wooden chamber that is 6.5 m long and 2.1 m wide, reaching 2.1 m in height, with the wooden coffin at its center.

A total of 11,526 artifacts were discovered within the tomb, including Cheonmado, an artwork considered highly valuable as it is Korea's first artwork to be excavated from an...