Destination Highlight: Ancient Gyeongju - Tombs, Temples and the National Museum

Explore Korea's rich history and culture on this fascinating journey to the 1,000 year-old ancient city of Gyeongju. The city is home to the Gyeongju National Museum, boasting a collection of over 80,000 artifacts from the Silla Period. See the Bronze Divine Bell of King Seongdeok, Asia's largest bell, weighing over 25 tons. When rung, the sound is reputed to travel almost 2 miles. View statues, temple ornaments, bridges, and other relics recovered from excavations across Korea. Then, you'll visit Tumuli Park, a historic site with more than 20 large tombs from the Silla Period. See the tomb of King Mich'u, the 13th king of the Silla Dynasty. Learn about the different types of tombs and their rich history. Finally, you'll journey to Bulguksa Temple, an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Founded in 535 by King Pob-hung, the present temple was constructed in 751 and has since been restored and reconstructed.