Bicycle Travel Course 2(Seoak-dong Royal Road)

In some cases, exploring Gyeongju by bicycle is more convenient than relying on designated city buses with fixed routes, as it allows for easier access to various destinations. That's the case in the western part of Gyeongju city center, specifically in Seoak-dong. Once you cross the Hyeongsan River from Gyeongju Express Bus Terminal, you can easily reach Seoak-dong.

When it comes to the highlights of the Seoak-dong bicycle tour, they are undoubtedly King Taejong Muyeol and General Kim Yu-sin, key figures in the unification of the Three Kingdoms. Starting from the Tombs of King Muyeol and Kim Yu-sin, you can weave together various tourist attractions, forming a route known as the "Royal Road of Seoak-dong."
Let's hop on our bicycles and joyfully ride along the Royal Road!

Seoak-dong Royal Road bicycle tour course
at a glance

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Set out to find the protagonist of the unification of the Three Kingdoms.
An exhilarating two-wheeled bicycle journey along the Royal Road of Seoak-dong

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자전거 아이콘 Seoak-dong Royal Road bicycle tour course
  • Itinerary Difficulty: :Mostly flat terrain with minimal slopes.
  • Itinerary Length and Duration :Approximately 7km round trip, with a total duration of around 3 hours, including sightseeing time.
  • Itinerary Starting Point :Intercity Bus Terminal Tasilla Rental Station
  • Itinerary Route :Intercity Bus Terminal → Tomb of King Muyeol → Tombs of Kim In-mun and Kim Yang → Three-story Stone Pagoda in Seoak-dong → Seoak-dong Royal Tombs Area → Seoakseowon Confucian Academy → Tomb of Kim Yu-shin in Gyeongju → Heungmu-ro and Heungmu Park → Intercity Bus Terminal
질문답변 아이콘 Before your trip, what is Tasilla?

Tasilla refers to the public bicycle service in Gyeongju. As it is a bicycle specifically used in the millennium-old city of Gyeongju, its name was chosen to sound similar to "Silla," reflecting the pronunciation. Additionally, asking if you should "ride Tasilla" also carries the meaning of inquiring about using public bicycles in Gyeongju. With the hope of serving as a convenient means for Gyeongju travel, the Tasilla service was introduced. It aims to become a convenient transportation option, connecting various attractions and enhancing the overall travel experience in Gyeongju.

자전거 아이콘 How do I use Tasilla?

Renting and returning Tasilla bicycles can be unattended through the Tasilla mobile application. In the Tasilla app, you can check their location, find the nearest rental stations, and see the availability of bicycles for rent.

You can easily rent bicycles at affordable prices after signing up and purchasing a membership plan since Tasilla is a public bicycle service.

Tasilla바로가기 아이콘

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위치 아이콘Tomb of King Muyeol 바로가기 아이콘

  1. The first king of the Silla royal family to receive an epithet.
  2. The first king from Jingol in the Golpum system of Silla, where only Seonggol could ascend to the throne
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위치 아이콘Tombs of Kim In-mun and Kim Yang

  1. The tombs of King Muyeol's second son, Kim In-mun, and 9th-generation grandson, Kim Yang, located across from the main gate of the Tomb of King Muyeol.
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위치 아이콘Three-story Stone Pagoda in Seoak-dong 바로가기 아이콘

  1. A quaint three-story stone pagoda nestled at the foot of Seondosan Mountain, encircling Seoak-dong.
  2. This stone pagoda reflects the Unified Silla period's architectural style, following a brick pagoda's design.
  3. The area around the pagoda is beautifully colored, with peonies in spring and coreopsis in autumn.
  4. Enjoy the panoramic view of the large village of Seoak-dong from the hill with the three-story stone pagoda.
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위치 아이콘Seoak-dong Royal Tombs Area

  1. A cluster of royal tombs from the Silla Dynasty, surrounding the three-story stone pagoda in Seoak-dong.
  2. You can encounter the tombs of King Jinheung, King Jinji, King Heonan, and King Munseong.
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위치 아이콘Seoakseowon Confucian Academy 바로가기 아이콘

  1. One of the 47 academies that remained intact despite the order for the closure of academies by Heungseon Daewongun.
  2. The place where the spirit tablets of the esteemed figures from the Silla Dynasty, Kim Yu-sin, Choi Chi-won, and Seolchong, are enshrined.
  3. Please note that there may be restrictions on visitation depending on the circumstances.
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위치 아이콘Tomb of Kim Yu-shin in Gyeongju 바로가기 아이콘

  1. A general who laid the foundation and completed the unification of the Three Kingdoms in Silla.
  2. Kim Yu-sin, a figure at the center of history among the refugees of the ruined country
  3. The royal tomb boasts a grand scale comparable to that of a king's tomb.
  4. King Heungdeok honored his achievements by posthumously recognizing him as King Heungmu.
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위치 아이콘Heungmu-ro and Heungmu Park 바로가기 아이콘

  1. The path leading to the tomb of Kim Yu-sin is adorned with beautiful cherry blossom trees, creating a tunnel-like atmosphere.
  2. Heungmu-ro has been selected as one of Korea's "100 Most Beautiful Roads."
  3. It is recommended to take a break and enjoy a picnic at the pocket park Heungmu Park, located near Heungmu-ro.

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