North Gyeongsang

Gyeongsangbuk-do is the region with the most concentrated cultural heritage in Korea, encompassing Gyeongju, the thousand-year capital of Silla, and Andong, where Confucian culture remains. There are several UNESCO World Heritage sites including Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto, Daereungwon, Hahoe Village, and Byeongsan Seowon. Along the East Coast, the sea connects to Pohang's Homigot and the waters of Yeongdeok and Uljin. You can combine both historical and coastal travel in one trip.

Travel tips

Gyeongju has many historical sites concentrated in the city center, making it easy to explore by bicycle or on foot. Since there is distance between Gyeongju and Andong, it is better to allocate at least one day for each. Parking around Hwangridangil is difficult on weekends, so public transportation or an early visit is recommended. Ulleungdo ferry services are heavily affected by weather conditions, so allow flexibility in your itinerary.

Districts

Andong-siCheongdo-gunCheongsong-gunChilgok-gunGimcheon-siGumi-siGyeongju-siGyeongsan-siSangjuUiseong-gunUljin-gunUlleung-gunYeongcheon-siYeongdeok-gunYeongju-si

Places in North Gyeongsang (218)

Bongnaepokpo Falls [Ullengdo & Dokdo National Geopark] (봉래폭포 (울릉도, 독도 국가지질공원))
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Bongnaepokpo Falls [Ullengdo & Dokdo National Geopark] (봉래폭포 (울릉도, 독도 국가지질공원))
North Gyeongsang
Jusanji Pond [National Geopark] (주산지 (청송 국가지질공원))
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Jusanji Pond [National Geopark] (주산지 (청송 국가지질공원))
North Gyeongsang
Gyeongju Wolseong Palace Site (Banwolseong Fortress) (경주 월성(반월성))
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Gyeongju Wolseong Palace Site (Banwolseong Fortress) (경주 월성(반월성))
North Gyeongsang
Andong Soju & Traditional Food Museum
Culture & Museums
Andong Soju & Traditional Food Museum
North Gyeongsang
Dokdo Observatory Cable Car
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Dokdo Observatory Cable Car
North Gyeongsang
Deokgu Spaworld
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Deokgu Spaworld
North Gyeongsang
Palgongsan National Park (Gatbawi Section) (팔공산국립공원(갓바위지구))
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Palgongsan National Park (Gatbawi Section) (팔공산국립공원(갓바위지구))
North Gyeongsang
Gyeongsan Seonbonsa Temple (선본사(경산))
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Gyeongsan Seonbonsa Temple (선본사(경산))
North Gyeongsang
Gyeongju Tomb of King Muyeol, Stele of King Taejong Muyeol
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Gyeongju Tomb of King Muyeol, Stele of King Taejong Muyeol
North Gyeongsang
Cheongoksan National Recreational Forest
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Cheongoksan National Recreational Forest
North Gyeongsang
Yeongdeok Sunrise Park
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Yeongdeok Sunrise Park
North Gyeongsang
Uljin Bulyeongsa Temple (불영사(울진))
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Uljin Bulyeongsa Temple (불영사(울진))
North Gyeongsang
Chilgok Gasansanseong Fortress and Gasanbawi Rock
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Chilgok Gasansanseong Fortress and Gasanbawi Rock
North Gyeongsang
Naeyeonsan Bogyeongsa Municipal Park
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Naeyeonsan Bogyeongsa Municipal Park
North Gyeongsang
Mungyeong Seonyudonggyegok Valley (선유동계곡(문경))
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Mungyeong Seonyudonggyegok Valley (선유동계곡(문경))
North Gyeongsang
Gyeongju Historic Area [UNESCO World Heritage]
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Gyeongju Historic Area [UNESCO World Heritage]
North Gyeongsang
Seongnyugul Cave [National Geopark] (성류굴 (경북 동해안 국가지질공원))
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Seongnyugul Cave [National Geopark] (성류굴 (경북 동해안 국가지질공원))
North Gyeongsang
Cheongsong Folk Museum
Culture & Museums
Cheongsong Folk Museum
North Gyeongsang
Yeongcheon Eunhaesa Temple (은해사 (영천))
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Yeongcheon Eunhaesa Temple (은해사 (영천))
North Gyeongsang
Bisl Pottery Studio
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Bisl Pottery Studio
North Gyeongsang
Dalgi Mineral Spring [National Geopark] (달기약수탕 (청송 국가지질공원))
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Dalgi Mineral Spring [National Geopark] (달기약수탕 (청송 국가지질공원))
North Gyeongsang
Cheongsong Eoreumgol Valley (Cheongsong National Geopark) (청송 얼음골 (청송 국가지질공원))
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Cheongsong Eoreumgol Valley (Cheongsong National Geopark) (청송 얼음골 (청송 국가지질공원))
North Gyeongsang
Sono Calm Gyeongju
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Sono Calm Gyeongju
North Gyeongsang
Historical site of General Chung Ki-ryong (Chunguisa Temple) (정기룡장군 유적지(충의사))
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Historical site of General Chung Ki-ryong (Chunguisa Temple) (정기룡장군 유적지(충의사))
North Gyeongsang
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