Gyeongju Historical Daereungwon Royal Tomb Complex, Yangdong Village, and Anapji Full Day Tour from Busan

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Famously known as the residential capital of the thousand-year-old Silla Dynasty, Gyeongju takes you on a magical journey through South Korea's ancient customs filled with folklore and myths on this historical tour. With early departures from convenient locations within Busan, you are guaranteed a safe and enjoyable ride to Gyeongju's plethora of attractions ranging from charming country villages, dramatic monuments and tombs, lovely palaces, and more relics dating centuries' back. Start the tour with a lovely stroll in Yangdong Village, Korea's largest traditional village and home to many cultural heritages representing the Joseon dynasty. The village possesses tranquil and scenic charms, offering a wonderful backdrop as you delight in traditional Korean cuisine at a restaurant nearby. Continue toward Bulguksa Temple, the representative landmark of Gyeongju and declared a UNESCO World Cultural Asset in 1995. See more than 10,000 artifacts kept inside the Daereungwon Royal Tomb Complex, including the Cheonmachong Tomb, a terrific dome-shape tomb of an unknown royal member of the Silla Dynasty. Take a coffee break upon arriving in Hwangnam-dong before moving on to the Cheomsongdae Observatory. The observatory is the oldest existing astronomical watchtower in Asia and was used to track the movement of the stars for the weather forecast. After, enjoy a hearty lunch at a restaurant in Gyochon Traditional Village before concluding the tour at Donggung Palace – a sight to behold at night with its majestic reflections on the Wolji and Anapji ponds.