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Bulguksa Temple [UNESCO World Heritage] 경주 불국사 [유네스코 세계문화유산]

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385, Bulguk-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Bulguksa Temple is the representative relic of Gyeongju and was designated as a World Cultural Asset by UNESCO in 1995. The beauty of the temple itself and the artistic touch of the stone relics are known throughout the world.

Bulguksa Temple was built in 528 during the Silla Kingdom, in the 15th year of King Beop-Heung's reign (514-540). The temple was originally called ‘Hwaeom Bulguksa Temple’ or ‘Beopryusa Temple’ and was rebuilt by Kim Dae-Seong (700-774), who started rebuilding the temple in 751 during the reign of King Gyeong-Deok (r. 742-765) and completed it in 774 during the reign of King Hye-Gong (r. 765-780). Upon completion, the temple’s name was changed to Bulguksa.

Bulguksa Temple underwent numerous renovations from the Goryeo Dynasty (918-1392) to the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910), but was burned down during the Imjin War (Japanese Invasions, 1592-1598).

Reconstruction started again in 1604 during the 37th year of King Seon-jo’s reign (Joseon Dynasty) and was renovated about 40 times until 1805 (during the reign of King Sun-Jo, 1790-1834). After this time, the temple suffered serious damage and was often the target of robbers.

In 1969, the Bulguksa Temple Restoration Committee was formed and in 1973, Mulseoljeon, Gwaneumjeon, Birojeon, Gyeongru, and Hoerang (all of which had previously been demolished) were rebuilt. Other old or broken sites (such as Daeungjeon, Geungnakjeon, Beomyeongnu and Jahamun) were repaired.

Even today, Bulguksa Temple is home to many important cultural relics such as Dabotap Pagoda (National Treasure No. 20), Seokgatap Pagoda (National Treasure No. 21) Yeonhwa-gyo & Chilbo-gyo Bridges (National Treasure No. 22), Cheongun-gyo & Baegun-gyo Bridges (National Treasure No. 23), the Golden Seated Vairocana Buddhist Figure (National Treasure No. 26), the Golden Seated Amita Figure (National Treasure No. 27), and Saritap Pagoda (Treasure No. 61).

Utilization information

・Information : Temple Stay
* Inquire via phone or visit website for more information.

・World Heritage : O

・Information : • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-54-746-9913,
+82-54-746-0983

・Parking Facilities : Available

・Closed : N/A (Open all year round)

・Operating Hours : 07:00-18:00

Admission Fees

Adults (ages over 19): 4,000 won
Teenagers (ages 13-18): 3,000 won / Group: 2,500 won
Children (ages 7-12): 2,000 won / Group: 1,500 won
Children (ages under 7): Free (Individuals) / Group (over 10 people): 1,000 won

* Groups: 20 people or more
* Free admission to seniors (ages 65 and above), people with disabilities (proof of identification required)

Restrooms

Available

Parking Fees

Small cars: 1,000 won
Large vehicles: 2,000 won

Facilities for the Handicapped

Free wheelchair rental services, reserved parking spaces, designated restrooms, wheelchair accessible entrance

Interpretation Services Offered

English, Japanese, Chinese
* Advanced reservations required.

Access

[Bus]
From Gyeongju Train Station, follow Hwarang-ro Street and take Bus No. 10 or 11 (located in front of the post office).
- Get off at Bulguksa Temple (불국사) Bus Stop.
- Travel time: approx. 1 hr

From Gyeongju Intercity / Express Bus Terminal, take Bus No. 10 or 11 from the bus stop located across the street from Gyeongju Express Bus Terminal.
- Get off at Bulguksa Temple (불국사) Bus Stop.
- Travel time: approx. 1 hr

385, Bulguk-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do


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