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)

Geommasan National Recreational Forest
Attractions
Geommasan National Recreational Forest
North Gyeongsang
Buryeonggyegok Valley [National Geopark] (불영계곡 (경북 동해안 국가지질공원))
Attractions
Buryeonggyegok Valley [National Geopark] (불영계곡 (경북 동해안 국가지질공원))
North Gyeongsang
Elephant Rock [Ulleungdo-Dokdo National Geopark] (코끼리바위 (울릉도, 독도 국가지질공원))
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Elephant Rock [Ulleungdo-Dokdo National Geopark] (코끼리바위 (울릉도, 독도 국가지질공원))
North Gyeongsang
Ulleungdo Lighthouse (울릉도 등대 (태하등대))
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Ulleungdo Lighthouse (울릉도 등대 (태하등대))
North Gyeongsang
Songjeong Recreational Forest
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Songjeong Recreational Forest
North Gyeongsang
Cheongsong Yasong Art Gallery
Culture & Museums
Cheongsong Yasong Art Gallery
North Gyeongsang
Daegaya Museum
Culture & Museums
Daegaya Museum
North Gyeongsang
Baekdudaegan V-Train (백두대간협곡열차(V-트레인))
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Baekdudaegan V-Train (백두대간협곡열차(V-트레인))
North Gyeongsang
RakKoJae Andong(Hahoe) (락고재 안동(하회))
Stay
RakKoJae Andong(Hahoe) (락고재 안동(하회))
North Gyeongsang
Gwonjinsadaek House
Stay
Gwonjinsadaek House
North Gyeongsang
Hwang Nyong Won
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Hwang Nyong Won
North Gyeongsang
Gyeongju Bomunjeong Pavilion (보문정 (경주))
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Gyeongju Bomunjeong Pavilion (보문정 (경주))
North Gyeongsang
Gyeongju Daereungwon Ancient Tomb Complex
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Gyeongju Daereungwon Ancient Tomb Complex
North Gyeongsang
Manhyujeong Pavilion
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Manhyujeong Pavilion
North Gyeongsang
Nakgangmulgil Park
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Nakgangmulgil Park
North Gyeongsang
Oeosa Temple (오어사(포항))
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Oeosa Temple (오어사(포항))
North Gyeongsang
Gyeongju Hwangnidan Street
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Gyeongju Hwangnidan Street
North Gyeongsang
Grasswon Park
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Grasswon Park
North Gyeongsang
Samseonam Rocks [National Geopark] (삼선암 (울릉도, 독도 국가지질공원))
Attractions
Samseonam Rocks [National Geopark] (삼선암 (울릉도, 독도 국가지질공원))
North Gyeongsang
Cheongungak Hall
Culture & Museums
Cheongungak Hall
North Gyeongsang
Korea Tea Cup Museum
Culture & Museums
Korea Tea Cup Museum
North Gyeongsang
Korea Hanbok Promotion Institute
Culture & Museums
Korea Hanbok Promotion Institute
North Gyeongsang
Hamchang Silk Museum
Culture & Museums
Hamchang Silk Museum
North Gyeongsang
Jamsa Insect Plant
Culture & Museums
Jamsa Insect Plant
North Gyeongsang
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