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Gyeongju Seokguram Grotto [UNESCO World Heritage] (경주 석굴암 [유네스코 세계유산])

Introduction

Seokguram Grotto was constructed by Kim Dae-Seong during the reign of King Gyeongdeok (742-765) of the Silla Kingdom. Located 3 kilometers away by hiking trail and 9 kilometers by car from Bulguksa Temple, the grotto was designed very harmoniously with the seated Buddha facing the East Sea. It is a valuable cultural heritage that is preserved and registered as a UNESCO World Heritage on December 6, 1995.

Basic Information

Address 238 Seokgul-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do (38127)
Phone +82-54-746-9933
Website seokguram.org
Last Updated 2025/06/12
Hours 09:00-18:00 * Viewing time until 19:00
* Operating hours subject to change
Closed N/A (Open all year round)
Information +82-54-746-9933
Parking Available

Additional Information

Parking Fees Compact car (under 1,000 cc) 1,000 won / Small-sized car (over 1,000 cc) 2,000 won / Large-sized car (bus) 4,000 won
Restrooms Available
Admission Fees Free
Interpretation Services Offered Korean Culture & Tourism Guide: English, Japanese, Chinese

* Advance reservation required.

Location