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Bulguksa Temple is the crowning glory of Shilla temple architecture and is on the UNESCO list.
Bulguksa Temple is the crowning glory of Shilla temple architecture and is on the UNESCO list.
It is set on a series of stone terraces. It is about 16 km SE of Gyeongju and is easy to get to by bus.
It is set on a series of stone terraces. It is about 16 km SE of Gyeongju and is easy to get to by bus.
Approaching the main temple leads you to two
Approaching the main temple leads you to two 'bridges'. One of these bridges has 33 steps, representing the 33 stages to enlightenment.
Seokgatap Pagoda, a national treasure that survived Japanese vandalism.
Seokgatap Pagoda, a national treasure that survived Japanese vandalism.
Dabotap Pagoda, of Shilla artistry
Dabotap Pagoda, of Shilla artistry