"Did I really win?" Upon hearing the news that she had been selected as a participant in the "Smart Tourism City, Gyeongju" Tourist Model Contest, Gyeong Su-jin couldn't unveil her excitement and joy. With a fluttering heart, she began preparing for her solo trip to Gyeongju. And so, with the lingering beauty of late autumn in Gyeongju, she embarked on her journey.

Su-jin, on a regular basis, enjoys traveling alone. While going through busy days of studying for a career transition and leaving her job, she came across the news of the "Smart Tourist City, Gyeongju" Tourist Model Contest. Feeling that Gyeongju would be a wonderful place to have some healing time alone, she decided to take on the challenge. The travel concept was "A Solo Healing Trip." Su-jin planned to relax, heal, and recharge through a solo journey in Gyeongju.

Perfect timing, as Su-jin had just completed a challenging project, and the late autumn in Gyeongju was beautifully unfolding. Sensing that it was the perfect opportunity for some much-needed rejuvenation, Su-jin set off for Gyeongju. With her spirited and vibrant energy, she embarked on her solo journey, creating a unique travel story of her own. Shall we begin our journey together, exploring Su-jin's solo trip to Gyeongju?

Gyung Su-jin’s Travel Story
at a glance

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Travel Story of the Winning Team in the Tourist Model Contest
Gyung Su-jin’s Travel Story 01. A Solo Healing Trip to Gyeongju

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01. Su-jin's Solo Healing Trip to Gyeongju

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위치 아이콘Renting a Hanbok :Chaevidam 바로가기 아이콘

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Su-jin, having looked for a Hanbok rental shop in advance, seeks a place where she can rent an elegant and sophisticated Hanbok.
환호 아이콘 Chaevidam
  • Address :Poseok-ro, Gyeongju-si 1052-1(Located within Hwangridan-gil)
  • Advance reservation :reservation required
  • For more details, please refer to the Instagram (@chaevidam)(@chaevidam)
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위치 아이콘Oksanseowon Confucian Academy 바로가기 아이콘

Chaevidam is one of the "Korean Confucian Academies" that have been inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage, along with Sosuseowon in Yeongju and Dosanseowon in Andong.

This academy was built in honor of Hoejae Lee Eon-jeok, a Confucian scholar of the Joseon Dynasty.

In front of the academy, there is a picturesque Saesimdae, which combines a valley and Neoreokbawi Rock. It is a popular destination for summer vacations and autumn foliage enjoyment. The single wooden bridge at Sesimdae is a popular photo spot.
환호 아이콘 Oksanseowon Confucian Academy
  • Address :Oksanseowon-gil, Angang-eup, Gyeongju-si 216-27
  • Opening Hours :09:00-18:00(During the winter season 17:00)
  • Admission Fee :Free
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위치 아이콘Dokrakdang Pavilion 바로가기 아이콘

This is the place where the scholar Hoejae Lee Eon-jeok resided after his retirement. However, please note that Anchae is the actual residence where the descendants of Lee Eon-jeok currently live, so visitors are not allowed to enter freely.

Dokrakdang Pavilion, harmonizing with the surrounding valley, provides a pleasant escape from the summer heat and offers charming scenery during the autumn days. You have the option to walk along the mountain trail from Oksanseowon Confucian Academy or take a separate road for vehicles.
환호 아이콘 Dokrakdang Pavilion
  • Address :Oksanseowon-gil, Angang-eup, Gyeongju-si 300-3
  • Opening Hours :No fixed time
  • Admission Fee :Free
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위치 아이콘Thirteen-story Stone Pagoda in Jeonghyesa Temple Site 바로가기 아이콘

This is a remaining Unified Silla-era pagoda at the site of Jeonghyesa Temple in Gyeongju. The pagoda has a unique design, with a 13-tiered tower placed on top of a single-tier podium made of compacted earth.

Many ginkgo trees create a beautiful autumn landscape at the site
환호 아이콘 Thirteen-story Stone Pagoda in Jeonghyesa Temple Site
  • Address :Oksan-ri, Angang-eup, Gyeongju-si 1654
  • Opening Hours :No fixed time
  • Admission Fee :Free
  • Parking :in the open area in front of the historical site. (Parking for 3-4 cars is available)
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위치 아이콘Yangdong Village 바로가기 아이콘

Along with Hahoe Village in Andong, it is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as a ‘Historical Village of Korea’.
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They offer various traditional cultural experience programs such as archery and horseback riding. It is recommended to inquire about these programs before your visit.
환호 아이콘 Yangdong Village
  • Address :Yangdong-ri, Gangdong-myeon, Gyeongju-si 125
  • Opening Hours :09:00-19:00(During the winter season 18:00),
  • Admission Fee :Admission Fee: Adults 4,000 KRW / Youth and Military Personnel 2,000 KRW / Children 1,500 KRW
  • Parking :in the open area in front of the historical site. (Parking for 3-4 cars is available)
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위치 아이콘Accommodation : Hwang Ryong Won

If you're looking for a place that truly captures the essence of Gyeongju, there is no better option than Hwang Ryong Won. It is highly regarded as a healing accommodation in Gyeongju.
환호 아이콘 Gyeong Su-jin’s Recommended Accommodation : Hwang Ryong Won
  • Address :Expo-ro, Gyeongju-si 40

To be continued in Part 2

in Part 2 to be contiued

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