Bell of King Seongdeok, Gyeongju

Name: Bell of King Seongdeok
Address: Gyeongju, South Korea

#25 among attractions in Gyeongju

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The Bell of King Seongdeok is a large bronze bell, the largest extant bell in Korea. The full Korean name means "Sacred Bell of King Seongdeok the Great." It was also known as the Emille Bell, after a legend about its casting, and as the Bell of Bongdeoksa Temple, where it was first housed. ()

Local name: 성덕대왕신종 Coordinates: 35°49'47"N, 129°13'41"E

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Gyeongju South Korea

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Bell of King Seongdeok – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Gyeongju National Museum, Anapji Pond, Bunhwangsa, Seongdong Market.

~260 ftS
Exhibits on Gyeongju's royal heritage
Gyeongju National Museum, Gyeongju
2 min walk • Gyeongju National Museum, nestled in the heart of the ancient city of Gyeongju, South Korea, stands as a custodian of the region's rich history. The museum, dedicated to preserving and showcasing the cultural heritage of the Silla Kingdom, which thrived from the 7th...
0.4 miN
Picturesque 7th-century pond and palace
Anapji Pond, Gyeongju
10 min walk • Anapji Pond, an exquisite archaeological site located in the historic city of Gyeongju, South Korea, is a vestige of the Silla Dynasty's opulence and architectural ingenuity. Constructed in 674 CE under the auspices of King Munmu, this artificial pond was part of the...
0.8 miNE
Buddhist architecture, Pagoda, Historical place
Bunhwangsa, Gyeongju
22 min walk • Bunhwangsa Temple is a historic gem nestled in the ancient city of Gyeongju, South Korea. This temple, which dates back to the 7th century during the Silla Kingdom, is renowned for its distinctive pagoda, a testament to the architectural ingenuity of the era.
1.3 miNW
Flea market, Shopping, Market
Seongdong Market, Gyeongju
33 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Gyeongju, a city rich with historical significance, sits Seongdong Market, a bustling hub of commerce that offers visitors an authentic slice of Korean market culture. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and a diverse array of goods, this...
0.6 miNW
Observatory ruins dating from 632 A.D.
Cheomseongdae, Gyeongju
15 min walk • Cheomseongdae Observatory is a testament to the advanced astronomical knowledge and architectural prowess of the Silla Dynasty, located in the historic city of Gyeongju, South Korea. Constructed in the 7th century, Cheomseongdae stands as the oldest surviving...
~1600 ftW
Remnants of an ancient palace and fortress
Banwolseong, Gyeongju
8 min walk • Banwolseong, also known as the Half Moon Fortress, is an ancient historical site nestled in the heart of Gyeongju, South Korea. This archaeological treasure was once the royal palace compound of the Silla Dynasty, which reigned from 57 BC to 935 AD.
1.4 miNW
Archaeological site
Gold Crown Tomb, Gyeongju
35 min walk • The Gold Crown Tomb, is a Silla tumulus located in modern-day Gyeongju, South Korea, the former capital of the ancient Silla Kingdom. Believed to date from the fifth or sixth century CE, the tomb was excavated in 1921.
1.1 miNW
Ancient tomb from the 5th or 6th century
Cheonmachong, Gyeongju
27 min walk • Cheonmachong, formerly Tomb No.155 in South Korea, is a tumulus located in Gyeongju, South Korea. The name "Cheonmachong" means Sky horse tomb. This tomb was built in the style of Silla.
1.4 miNW
Neighbourhood
Hwango-dong, Gyeongju
36 min walk • Hwango-dong is a dong or a neighbourhood of the Gyeongju City, North Gyeongsang province, South Korea. It is located in the central Gyeongju and is bordered by Bohwang-dong on the east, Jangang-dong on the west, Hwangnam-dong on the south and Seongdong-dong on the north.
1.2 miW
Neighbourhood
Hwangnam-dong, Gyeongju
32 min walk • Hwangnam-dong is a dong or a neighbourhood of the Gyeongju City, North Gyeongsang province, South Korea. It is bordered by Dodong-dong on the east, Tapjeong-dong on the west, Naenam-myeon on the south and Jungang-dong on the north.

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Which popular attractions are close to Bell of King Seongdeok?

Nearby attractions include Gyeongju National Museum, Gyeongju (2 min walk), Banwolseong, Gyeongju (8 min walk), Anapji Pond, Gyeongju (10 min walk), Cheomseongdae, Gyeongju (15 min walk).

How to get to Bell of King Seongdeok by public transport?

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Bus to Mt. Namsan (32 min walk)