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Gyeongju Seokguram Grotto [UNESCO World Heritage] (경주 석굴암 [유네스코 세계유산])

238 Seokgul-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Overview

Seokguram Grotto was constructed by Kim Dae-Seong during the reign of King Gyeongdeok (742-765) of the Silla Kingdom. Located 3 kilometers away by hiking trail and 9 kilometers by car from Bulguksa Temple, the grotto was designed very harmoniously with the seated Buddha facing the East Sea. It is a valuable cultural heritage that is preserved and registered as a UNESCO World Heritage on December 6, 1995.

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238 Seokgul-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

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Based on Korea Tourism Organization open data (KOGL). Please check details before visiting.