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Tomb of King Wonseong (경주 원성왕릉)

Tomb of King Wonseong (경주 원성왕릉)

17.8 Km    12652     2020-04-04

139, Singyeipsil-gil, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-779-6100

The tomb of the King Wonseong, 38th king of the Silla Kingdom (785-798) in Oedong-eup, Wolseong-gun, Gyeongju is Historic Site No. 26. The tomb is 21.9m in diameter and 7.7m high and is encircled by a stone fence decorated with twelve oriental zodiac images. The area is also home to a number of stone monuments that stand facing each other: Hwapyoseok (marking the border of the tomb), Muninseok (civil servant statue), Muinseok (military officer image statue) and Dolsaja (a stone lion that protects the tomb). Muinseok in particular is a favorite among visitors because of its exotic appearance. The statue is sometimes compared to a strong and charismatic person of Arabic or Persian descendant, much like the merchants who came to Silla in ancient times.

Gwaereung is styled after tombs of the Tang dynasty, but still retains all the characteristics typical of Silla tombs; namely, the stones around the tomb, the 12 oriental zodiac figures, the protective walls, and the decorative stonework.

Himart - Mugeo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 무거점)

Himart - Mugeo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 무거점)

17.8 Km    0     2024-04-19

23, Bukbusunhwan-doro, Nam-gu, Ulsan

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Ulsan Grand Park Rose Festival (울산대공원 장미축제)

Ulsan Grand Park Rose Festival (울산대공원 장미축제)

18.1 Km    23693     2024-04-17

377, Nambusunhwando-ro, Nam-gu, Ulsan
+82-52-229-3341

Ulsan Grand Park Rose Festival has on exhibit about 3 million roses in a vast rose garden. The festival offers diverse views of beautiful roses along with dynamic performances and participation events.

NUMARU (누마루)

NUMARU (누마루)

18.2 Km    85     2021-03-23

2, Daehak-ro 169beon-gil, Nam-gu, Ulsan
+82-52-224-3400

It is a place that has been introduced in Korean gourmet programs and sells various healthy dishes. This restaurant's signature menu is duck bulgogi. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Nam-gu, Ulsan.

GS25 - Ulsan Shinbok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (GS25울산신복점)

18.7 Km    0     2024-06-26

12, Sinbok-ro 21beon-gil, Nam-gu, Ulsan

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Olive Young - Ulsan Guyeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 울산구영점)

18.8 Km    0     2024-06-27

#108~#110, 78, Guyeong-ro, Beomseo-eup, Ulju-gun, Ulsan

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Chisanseowon Confucian Academy (치산서원)

Chisanseowon Confucian Academy (치산서원)

18.9 Km    25005     2020-02-05

7, Chisullyeong-gil, Dudong-myeon, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
+82-52-204-0324

Relics of Park Jesang is also referred to as Chisanseowon Confucian Academy.

Park Jesang, a descendent of Park Hyeokgeose, was severly tortured and then burned to death after rescuing two hostages taken by Japan, who were the brothers of King Nulji.

The nearby temple and Mangbuseok have a folk tale regarding the story. His wife and two daughters died waiting for him and then his wife is said to have turned into Mangbuseok (faithful wife stone) in the eastern Chisullyeong Mountain in Manhwa-ri, Dudong-myeon. According to the legend, her spirit became a bird, and flew away to hide behind Euneulam (Bird Hidden Rock).

After Park Jesang's couragous act, King Nulji gave him a loyal officers position as well as the role of godmother to his wife for her model behavior of wifely duty. Chisanseowon Confucian Academy keeps their ancestral tablets to honor royalty.

Seated Rock-carved Buddha at Golgulam Temple (경주 골굴암 마애여래좌상)

19.3 Km    19106     2022-12-28

101-5, Girim-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-744-1689

The Seated Rock-carved Buddha at Golgulam Temple consists of a Maebul (a Buddha carved in a cliff) at the very top of 12 Buddha images carved in natural rock caves located in a steep cliff of Girimsa Valley. A painting of the caving titled "Golgulseokgul" by Gyeomjae Jeongseon, a famous painter of the era, revealed that there was once a wooden room located in front of the Maebul, but today only a hint of the room remains on the rock. The head of the Buddha (Yukgye) is perched solid and high on the body with a clear profile of the face – sharp eyes, small lips and a long and narrow nose. In contrast to the three-dimensional face, the body is broader and flatter. The neck and upper chest sections have eroded over time. The folds in the clothing are nearly parallel, and the arm area has a v-pattern wrinkle, giving it a more realistic and three-dimensional quality. Around the head of the Buddha is a lotus-shaped halo, while the body is surrounded by a rhythmic flame-like halo. The Maebul is believed to have been created during the late Unified Silla Kingdom, as it shows similar craftsmanship to Seated Stone Vairocana Buddha (National Treasure), which was created in the year 876 and is located in Chukseosa Temple.

Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium (문수축구경기장)

Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium (문수축구경기장)

19.3 Km    12813     2021-05-26

44, Munsu-ro, Nam-gu, Ulsan
+82-52-220-2002

Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium’s exterior design looks like a crane, which represents the bird of Ulsan. The design of the roof and the pillars represents the youth and dynamics of the city. Other representative symbols include a whale and big crown of the Silla dynasty.

Bulguksa Hanok Dongodang (불국사한옥동오당)

Bulguksa Hanok Dongodang (불국사한옥동오당)

19.5 Km    0     2024-07-25

5-58 Jinti-gil, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
010-2936-6350

Bulguksa Hanok Dongdodang is just a short five-minute walk from Bulguksa Temple, and is complete with a large parking area, clean & quiet surroundings, a cafe-like shared kitchen, and friendly service. The hanokstay is decorated with artwork made by the owner. The accommodation manages to offer a comfortable and private ambiance with just three rooms, each comprised of a bedroom, living area, bathroom, and small outdoor patio.