Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Bulguksa Temple

The most famous temple in South Korea is Bulguksa, it is located about a 30 minute south east of Gyeongju city or a 40 minute drive north of Ulsan. This temple is quite large and is situated on the side of a mountain. This is a popular tourist spot so be prepared to see large crowds here, especially during the cherry blossom season.








King Heungdeok's Tomb

Far in the north of Gyeongju, west of Yangdong Village, you will find King Heungdeok's Tomb.  It is impossible to get her without a car and navigation will really help you to find this beautiful place.





Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Pyochung Temple

In the eastern part of Miryang you will find Pyochung Temple.  It is a fairly small temple, but allows for beautiful photographs to be taken of the surrounding area.  It is well worth an afternoon trip. To get their from Ulsan, just take highway 24 west and then take 1077 road south.  After that, just follow the signs.