Hwango-dong, Gyeongju

#37 among attractions in Gyeongju

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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. Its 1.5 square kilometers are home to about 10225 people. It is both an administrative dong and legal dong. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 35°50'48"N, 129°12'54"E

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Hwango-dong – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

1.4 miSE
Exhibits on Gyeongju's royal heritage
Gyeongju National Museum, Gyeongju
37 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...
1.1 miSE
Picturesque 7th-century pond and palace
Anapji Pond, Gyeongju
27 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...
1.1 miE
Buddhist architecture, Pagoda, Historical place
Bunhwangsa, Gyeongju
30 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.
~720 ftSE
Flea market, Shopping, Market
Seongdong Market, Gyeongju
4 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...
0.8 miSE
Observatory ruins dating from 632 A.D.
Cheomseongdae, Gyeongju
21 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...
1.2 miSE
Remnants of an ancient palace and fortress
Banwolseong, Gyeongju
30 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.
1.2 miNE
Temple, Buddhist architecture
Baengnyulsa, Gyeongju
32 min walk • The Baengnyulsa or Baengnyul temple is a Korean Buddhist temple located on the slopes of Geumgang Mountain in the neighborhood of Dongcheon-dong, Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang province, South Korea.
0.9 miN
Park
Hwangseong Park, Gyeongju
24 min walk • The Hwangseong Park is a park located in the neighborhood of Hwangseong-dong, Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang province, South Korea. Many of public sport facilities are located in the park with an area of 1,022,350㎡ including a luxuriant pine trees forest.
0.6 miSW
Archaeological site
Gold Crown Tomb, Gyeongju
15 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.
0.6 miS
Ancient tomb from the 5th or 6th century
Cheonmachong, Gyeongju
17 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.
0.9 miE
Neighbourhood
Dongcheon-dong, Gyeongju
25 min walk • Dongcheon-dong is both an administrative and legal dong or a neighbourhood of the Gyeongju City, North Gyeongsang province, South Korea.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Hwango-dong?

Nearby attractions include Seongdong Market, Gyeongju (4 min walk), Seonggeon-dong, Gyeongju (12 min walk), Gold Crown Tomb, Gyeongju (15 min walk), Cheonmachong, Gyeongju (17 min walk).

How to get to Hwango-dong by public transport?

The nearest stations to Hwango-dong:

Bus

Bus to Mt. Namsan (5 min walk)
Gyeongju Express Bus Terminal (22 min walk)