Bulguksa Temple
UNESCO World Heritage Buddhist temple built in 528 AD. Korea's finest example of Silla Dynasty architecture, featuring two of the country's most treasured stone pagodas.
Bulguksa Temple (λΆκ΅μ¬) is one of the most celebrated Buddhist temples in Korea, first constructed in 528 AD during the Silla Kingdom. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1995.
Key Structures
The Dabotap and Seokgatap pagodas in the main courtyard are two of Korea’s most important national treasures. The stone stairways β Cheongungyo (Blue Cloud Bridge) and Baengungyo (White Cloud Bridge) β are designated National Treasures themselves.
Seokguram Grotto
2.5km uphill from Bulguksa, Seokguram Grotto (also UNESCO-listed) contains a magnificent 8th-century stone Buddha facing the East Sea. Shuttle bus runs from Bulguksa.
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