Hwangseong-dong, Gyeongju

#40 among attractions in Gyeongju

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Hwangseong-dong is both an administrative and legal dong or a neighbourhood in the administrative subdivisions of the Gyeongju City, North Gyeongsang province, South Korea. It is bordered by Yonggang-dong on the east, Hyeongok-myeon on the west and north and Seongnae-dong on the south. Its 3.84 square kilometers are home to about 29,140 people. It has two elementary schools, three middle schools and one high school ()

Alternative names: Area: 1.47 mi²Coordinates: 35°51'35"N, 129°13'6"E

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Day trips

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

Nearby attractions include: Seongdong Market, Baengnyulsa, Hwangseong Park, Gyerim.

1 miS
Flea market, Shopping, Market
Seongdong Market, Gyeongju
25 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...
0.7 miE
Temple, Buddhist architecture
Baengnyulsa, Gyeongju
19 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.
~1820 ftW
Park
Hwangseong Park, Gyeongju
9 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 miNE
Tranquil wooded area near historic sites
Gyerim, Gyeongju
16 min walk • The Gyerim is a small woodland in Gyeongju National Park, Gyeongju, South Korea. The name literally means "rooster forest." The grove lies near the old site of the Silla kingdom palace in central Gyeongju.
1 miSE
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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.
0.9 miSW
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Seonggeon-dong, Gyeongju
23 min walk • Seonggeon-dong is an administrative dong or a neighbourhood in the administrative subdivisions of the Gyeongju City, North Gyeongsang province, South Korea. It consists of four legal dongs including Seonggeon-dong and Seokjang-dong.
0.9 miS
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Hwango-dong, Gyeongju
24 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.
~1700 ftNE
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Yonggang-dong, Gyeongju
9 min walk • Yonggang-dong is both an administrative and legal dong or a neighbourhood in the administrative subdivisions of the Gyeongju City, North Gyeongsang province, South Korea.
~1820 ftW
Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Gyeongju Civic Stadium, Gyeongju
9 min walk • Gyeongju Civic Stadium is a multi-use stadium in Gyeongju, South Korea. It is used mostly for football matches.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Hwangseong-dong?

Nearby attractions include Yonggang-dong, Gyeongju (9 min walk), Hwangseong Park, Gyeongju (9 min walk), Gyerim, Gyeongju (16 min walk), Baengnyulsa, Gyeongju (19 min walk).

How to get to Hwangseong-dong by public transport?

The nearest stations to Hwangseong-dong:

Bus

Bus to Mt. Namsan (28 min walk)