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Gyeongju Tomb of King Muyeol, Stele of King Taejong Muyeol (경주 무열왕릉, 태종무열왕릉비) · © KTO · KOGL Type 3
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Gyeongju Tomb of King Muyeol, Stele of King Taejong Muyeol
Gyeongju Tomb of King Muyeol, Stele of King Taejong Muyeol is a curated attraction in Korea — full details, hours, and access info on the official Korea Tourism page.
ROOTIconic stop curated by Korea Tourism Organization1,000-year Silla heritage — open-air museumEnglish-friendly
Why go
Gyeongju Tomb of King Muyeol — and the Stele of King Taejong Muyeol next to it — commemorates the Silla king (reigned 654-661) who, with the help of Tang China, defeated Baekje and laid the groundwork for the Silla unification of the Korean peninsula. The stele beside the tomb, carved with elaborate dragons and tortoise-shaped bases, is registered as a National Treasure and is one of the most artistically refined Silla-era stelae surviving. For travelers serious about Silla's unification history — the moment that effectively created a Korean national identity — Muyeol's tomb is one of the most consequential single anchors in the entire Gyeongju heritage circuit.
Quick highlights
- Tomb of Silla unification king Muyeol
- National Treasure stele with dragon carvings
- Reign 654-661, defeated Baekje
- Foundation of Silla unification
- Most consequential Gyeongju tomb
Crowd insightNext 30 daysJul 2026 – Aug 2026
Typical crowds this weekToday: Normal
Quietest upcoming day: Fri, Aug 7 — best time to visit.
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Source: KTO Concentration Rate Forecast.
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Where is Gyeongju Tomb of King Muyeol, Stele of King Taejong Muyeol located?
10-4 Neungnam-gil, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
What are Gyeongju Tomb of King Muyeol, Stele of King Taejong Muyeol's opening hours?
Opening hours: March-October 09:00-18:00 November-February 09:00-17:00 Hours come from the Korea Tourism Organization and can change by season or holiday — check the official channel before you visit.