Step Back 1,000 Years Gyeongju (경주) was the capital of the Silla (신라) Kingdom for nearly a millennium. Today, the entire city is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Bulguksa Temple (불국사) & Seokguram Grotto (석굴암) These are the crown jewels of Silla architecture. Bulguksa (불국사) is a masterpiece of Buddhist art, while Seokguram (석굴암) features one of the most beautiful Buddha statues in the world, carved into a granite cave.

Daereungwon Burial Mounds (대릉원) Explore the massive grass-covered tombs of Silla kings in the heart of the city. Visit the **Cheonmachong (천마총)** tomb to see the gold crowns and treasures found inside.

Donggung Palace & Wolji Pond (동궁과 월지) Visit at night when the palace buildings are beautifully lit and reflected in the pond. It was once the secondary palace for the crown prince of Silla, and the night view is stunning.