Explore the cultural treasures of beautiful city Gyeongju on a day trip from Busan. Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites, Bulguk Temple and Seokguram Grotto as well as other important historic places.
You will visit the UNESCO-listed Bulguksa Temple and its Seokguram Grotto, learning about the ancient Silla Kingdom. Then climb the astronomical observatory of Cheomseongdae and enjoy a Korean lunch at a local restaurant. At the end we will stop by Tumuli Park for a glimpse of Silla tombs of Cheonmachong and hear fascinating commentary from a guide Search for Silla treasures at the Gyeongju National Museum.
Various cultural assets including national treasures and tangible or intangible cultural heritages are well preserved in the Andong Hahoe Folk Village, and the whole village was designated as Important Folk Material No.122, also a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2010. People live in every house in the village and you can enjoy the true folk culture of Korea there. They regularly provide the traditional Korean mask dance (in summer several times a week, in winter just on Wednesday).
'Hahoe Folk Village
Hahoe Folk Village is a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO and one of the most famous destinations in Korea. Hahoe village is home to descendants of Pungsan Ryu clan and is well preserved for its traditional houses.
Andong Folk Museum
Andong is famous for Confucian culture, and you can see the liftstyles of the past and important cultural ceremonies at Andong Folk Museum. Andong Folk Museum has lots of exhibits based on the folk lives of the people.
Furniture Museum having unofficially opened in 2008, After 14 years of construction, the private museum is beloved brainchild of its owner and director ,Chung Mi-siik, a former professor at Yonsei University and a collector who personally amassed the museum's 2,000 pieces of Joseon Dynasty furniture over the past five decades. Unhyungung Royal Residence was the home of young gojong, Who later became Emporer during the Joseon Dynasty. Jogyesa Temple does not give off the solemn and traditional air of the other temples located deep in the moutains, or offer the seasonal scenery of the moutains and the sea. but because it is located in the middle of the city, the transportation is convenient and is well connected to the surrounding areas.
With over 3.6 million people, Busan is South Korea's second largest city and largest seaport. Busan is known for its beaches, hot springs, nature reserves and events such as the city's renowned international film festival held each fall. Busan is a good destination for those seeking a more laid back atmosphere than Seoul. Located at the southern tip of the Korean peninsula, Busan's important port gives the city an international flair, with sailors from around the world trooping through and a growing number of tourists.
This wonderful full-day experience will take you to see the diversity of Busan from newly constucted building to ancient temple to second longest bridge to historical museum.
APEC Nurimaru
Nurimaru APEC House is evaluated as the most beautiful place among the meeting places during the APEC Leaders' Meeting on Dongbaek Island. It is the place where the 2nd APEC Leaders' Meeting, Leaders' Luncheon, and the Official Photograph took place during APEC 2005 KOREA. The leaders of APEC's 21 member economies announced the "Busan Declaration" here on November 19, 2005. The name "Nurimaru" is the combination of two purely Korean words: "nuri" meaning the world and "maru" meaning summit. Thus, "Nurimaru APEC House" means "the house where world leaders gathered and held the APEC Leaders' Meeting.
Dalmaji
Dalmaji Hill is a bluff cliff, located just southeast of Haeundae Beach. Along Dalmaji-gil, near the entrance to the hill, a cafe town caters to lovers and young couples who come to enjoy a cup of coffee and the nice view of Haeundae Beach, the sea, and the moon. Special vista areas include P'algakjeong and Jeonmangdae. The area has also become famous for watching the moon rising on the lunar year's first full moon day. (The name comes from this ritual- dal means moon and maji means rising.)
Yonggungsa Temple
Haedong Yonggungsa Temple is situated on the coast of the north-eastern portion of Busan. This superb find of a tourist spot and temple offers visitors the rare find of a temple along the shore line. Most temples in Korea are located in the mountains. Haedong Yonggungsa Temple was first built in 1376 by the great Buddhist teacher known as Naong during the Goryeo Dynasty. Haesu Gwaneum Daebul (Seawater Great Goddess Buddha), Daeungjeon Main Sanctuary, Yongwangdang Shrine, Gulbeop Buddhist Sanctum (enclosed in a cave), and a three-story pagoda with four lions can all be seen looking out over the ocean.
Gwangan Bridge
Busan Gwangandaegyo Bridge (Busan 66, also called Gwangan Daero) stretches over 7.4km from Namcheon-dong (Suyeong-gu, Busan) to Centum City (U-dong, Haeundae-gu). It is the largest bridge over the ocean in Korea. It is breathtaking to overlook nearby attractions from the bridge: the endlessly unfolding ocean, Oryukdo Island (a popular attraction in Busan), Hwangnyeongsan Mt., Gwangalli Beach, Dongbaekseom Island, and Dalmaji Hill. Equipped with artistic light, the bridge showcases splendid light that changes every day and every season. The bridge offers majesty beauty combined with nearby attractions during the day and a romantic atmosphere at night, attracting many residents and tourists.
After pickup from your hotel or Busan’s train station, set out with your guide to Beomeosa Temple, Beomeosa was built by the great priest UiSang in 678 during the reign of King MunMu of the Silla dynasty.
Then continue to Gamcheon Culture Village which is formed by houses built in staircase-fashion on the foothills of a coastal mountain. Next up bring you to one of the best known seafood markets in Korea at Jagalchi Fish Market and Busan’s modern movie district. Your final stop takes you to Yongdusan Park on Yongdusan mountain, take in sweeping views of Yongdusan Park and the sea and Gukje Market one of Korea’s largest markets. Your tour ends with drop-off at your hotel.
Gyeongju, located in southeast Korea, was the capital of the Silla Kingdom for 992 years (BC 57-935), the longest surviving kingdom in the history of Korea.
This tour will take you through the marvels of Seokguram, Poseokjeong, Gyeongju National Museum, Bunhwangsa, Cheomseongdae Observatory, Cheonmachong Tomb, Daereungwon, Anapji Pond.
Seokguram Grotto is located along the ridge of Mount Tohamsan. Carved into the stone mountainside and covered with sod, Seokguram Grotto is even more impressive once inside. In the middle of the granite sanctuary you'll find a seated Buddha statue, which is regarded as one of the greatest masterpieces of the latter part of the Silla in the 8th century.
The Gyeongju National Museum houses a permanent collection displaying some of the Silla Kingdom's most valuable treasures.
Daereungwon Tomb is the largest burial mound from the Silla Dynasty. The most famous burial site, however, is 'Cheonmachong'. Visitors can actually take a peek into the interior of the tomb, Cheonmachong allows for a closer look at both the construction of tombs and the kinds of items typically buried inside.
Anapji Pond was built during the 14th year of King Munmu (in power 661-681 AD) of the Silla Dynasty (57 BC-935 AD). Small mountains were created inside the palace walls, beautiful flowers were planted, and rare animals were brought in to create an exquisitely exotic garden fit for royalty.
After pick you up from your hotel, transfer to Goyang-si for ""My Love from the Star"" Special Exhibition in KINTEX. It includes:
The house that Do, Min Joon & Cheon, Song I used to live in - Actual film set
Shooting experience in balcony space (Chroma-key)
3D Video Theater
Shooting with the cast of ""My Love from the star (Chroma-key)
Book of Do, Min Joon & Cheon, Song I (Media Table)
3D Video of "My Love from the Star" and Do, Min Joon's Door
Exhibition of SBS drama props and photos
After watching the drama, move to Odarizip for lunch where you can enjoy both Korean food and K-POP, and see autographs left by popular Korean entertainer. Then, go to the N Seoul Tower which is not only the landmark of Seoul but also the shooting place of many dramas. Head to Gangnam with Han River Cruise and finally reach SM Town Artium in COEX, where you can buy souvenirs, see hologram consert, record studio of SM Singers.
See all of ""My Love from the Star"" in Special Exhibition in KINTEX!
Enjoy both Korean Food and KPOP in Odarizip
Visit the hottest tour places, Seoul N Tower and Han River Cruise.
Enjoy KPOP in SM Town Artium.
Take your appetite for a ride on this 2.5-hour journey through Korean food culture! Your night food tour will take place in the popular district of Jongno-gu. Treat your taste buds to a different kind of drink! We'll visit one of Seoul's enticing jujeoms (or bars in English) to taste the Makgeolli, a traditional Korean wine.
Makgeolli is alcohol that's produced by mixing rice, barley or wheat, with yeast and water, which is then left to ferment. Its alcohol content is 6 to 7 percent, but is a fairly mild drink with a mellow, nutty taste. This drink is typically served with Bindae Tteok, a savory Korean pancake made from ground mung beans. Just experience good time with Makgeolli and soju while enjoying some fun Korean drinking games with your group or possibly a few new local friends!
Busan is Korea's principal port and second largest city. As a port city, it is ranked third in the world in terms of the number of containers handled. It has numerous culturally attractive tourism resources characteristic and distinctive enough not to be found in any other city in the world. Its scenic coastal areas and clean sandy beaches located near downtown areas will add joyous memories to those who visit.
'Beomeosa
Beomeosa Temple is located halfway up Geumjeongsan Mountain. It has one thousand three hundred years old history. This temple was built by monk Ui Sang in the 18th year of King Munmu of the Silla Kingdom.
Gamcheon Culture Village
""Korea's Machu Pichu"" or ""Korea's Santorini"", these are the nicknames of the Gamcheon Culture Village and this village has many artistic collections.
Jagalchi Fish Market
This is the largest fish market in East Asia. Jagalchi Market sells diverse seafood and good quality dried fish at low prices. You can feel the humanity and vibrant of the city here.
Yongdusan Park
This park offers good resting place for Busan citizens. There are the Statue of Admiral Lee Sunshin, Flower Clock, the bell of new year's eve and the 120-meter high Busan Tower in the park. You can see all over Busan at the tower observatory. In addition, you can see Tsushima island, Japan, on a sunny day.
Gukje Market
This is the most important representative wholesale market in Busan. This market consists of several malls such as Ggangtong Market, Manmul Street and Changsun Shopping Mall. So this place has a lot to see. You can buy almost everything you want here and the prices are reasonable.
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