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Bulguksa Temple, Gyeongju

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The head temple complex of Jogye Korean Buddhism, Bulguksa Temple features two exquisite stone pagodas and a gilded bronze statue of Buddha, which earned it World Heritage Site status. This impressive temple complex set in a picturesque landscape stores some of the world's oldest woodblock prints, made in the first half of the 8th century. Stroll underneath cherry trees and azaleas, place a pebble in a rock garden or touch a pig statue for good luck, and visit a hermitage in the grotto to see burial mounds and a 3.5 m (11.5 ft) tall Buddha. English-speaking volunteer guides will tell you all about the temple's tumultuous history. Discover how to plan a Gyeongju trip in just a few steps with Inspirock's itinerary builder.
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  • Woke up early to get to Bulguksa via Bus 10/11, which took around 1 hour to get there. Be prepared for a steep climb up to reach the temple entrance. Fees were 6,000 won per person, which allowed you....  more
    Woke up early to get to Bulguksa via Bus 10/11, which took around 1 hour to get there. Be prepared for a steep climb up to reach the temple entrance. Fees were 6,000 won per person, which allowed you....  more »
  • Bulguksa Temple is a head temple of the Joyge Order of Korean Buddhism and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site . It located on the slopes of Mount Toham... 
    Bulguksa Temple is a head temple of the Joyge Order of Korean Buddhism and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site . It located on the slopes of Mount Toham...  more »
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  • Find it quite cheeky that they charge for parking and then charge you again for entrance. They also upped the pensioner age to 70 instead of 65 like other places. But after going into the gardens, one is met with a beautiful pond with trees all round. The gardens are beautiful! The temples are well kept and walking around the area is relaxing with lovely scenery all around.
  • This temple some beautiful buildings, with stunning roofing beams, set in a tranquil maple-tree setting — when not overrun by tourists. Will look stunning in autumn! In spring there is a patch of cherry trees on the hill outside the temple that flower relatively late, and draw huge picnic crowds.

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