디시인사이드

Population 250,000
Gyeongsangbuk-do's fundamental city (name sweat from Gyeongju and Sangju)
Estimated to be around 10c BC
Starting from the tribal nation of Saroguk
It became Silla after AD and was the capital until 935. big city.

In the 7th century, the first unified nation on the Korean Peninsula was achieved.
Its value as the capital of the Korean Peninsula further increases.
(According to records, even if it rains, there is no chance of getting wet.
It was a luxurious city with many roof tiles, all of which were painted with gold, and was one of the three largest cities in the ancient world at the time.)

During this period, Bulguksa Temple, Seokguram Grotto, and Hwangnyongsa Temple were built.
Especially as a Buddhist country, there are many Buddhist historical sites and relics.
Of course, compared to Goguryeo or Baekje,
Many relics have been preserved. (Baekje and Goguryeo have already suffered a lot of robberies over hundreds of years) (Silla king’s tomb is hidden)

Even after the fall of Silla and the Goryeo Dynasty, it was considered one of the three most beautiful scenic spots.
Maintain metropolitan status.

Even if Goryeo collapsed and Buddhism collapsed in the Joseon Dynasty,
A large city in Joseon with Seowon and Hyanggyo.

Interestingly, during the Japanese colonial period, before the Japanese discovered Gyeongju related to Silla.
The Joseon government and all people, as well as
Even the indigenous people of Gyeongju, Bulguksa Temple, Seokguram Grotto, Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond, etc.
It was neglected for hundreds of years without even knowing of its existence.

I didn't know about the tombs of Silla kings scattered throughout downtown Gyeongju.
(This tomb was artificially created to establish feng shui.
I thought it was a mountain(?), etc.)

During the late Park Chung-hee era
To develop a tourist city like Kyoto following Pohang and Ulsan.
Development of Bomun Lake Tourist Complex (super-luxury hotel, Gyeongju World, resort tourist amenities)
Bulguksa Temple, Seokguram Grotto, Donggung Palace, Wolji Pond (Anapji Pond), Cheonmachong Tomb, Daereungwon, etc.
A major restoration project.

Since then, it has become a popular course for honeymoons and school trips in the 1970s.
Currently in the 21st century, Hwangridan-gil, Instagrammable, cherry blossom spot
Gyeongju World, the best amusement park in Korea, etc.
Still hot.