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Gyeongju Bulguksa Temple [UNESCO World Heritage] (경주 불국사 [유네스코 세계유산]) · Source: KTO · KOGL Type 3
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Gyeongju Bulguksa Temple [UNESCO World Heritage]
Bulguksa Temple was founded in 528 during the Silla period. It was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1995. The temple's stone foundations, Cheongun-gyo and Baegun-gyo bridges, and the Dabotap and Seokgatap pagodas are surviving examples of Silla-era Buddhist art. Bulguksa Temple combines UNESCO heritage status, Silla-era architecture, and active Buddhist practice.
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Bulguksa Temple was founded in 528 during the Silla period. It was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1995. The temple's stone foundations, Cheongun-gyo and Baegun-gyo bridges, and the Dabotap and Seokgatap pagodas are surviving examples of Silla-era Buddhist art. Bulguksa Temple combines UNESCO heritage status, Silla-era architecture, and active Buddhist practice.
Quick highlights
- UNESCO World Heritage Buddhist temple
- Founded 528 during Silla period
- Iconic Dabotap and Seokgatap pagodas
- Cheongun-gyo and Baegun-gyo bridges
- Strongest single Gyeongju anchor
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Where is Gyeongju Bulguksa Temple [UNESCO World Heritage] located?
385 Bulguk-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
What are Gyeongju Bulguksa Temple [UNESCO World Heritage]'s opening hours?
Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Source: Google Maps (verified 2026-07-12)