Seonggeon-dong, Gyeongju

#36 among attractions in Gyeongju

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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. It is bordered by Dongcheon-dong on the east, Geoncheon-eup on the west and Jungbu-dong on the south and Hyeongok-myeon on the north. Its 6.42 square kilometers are home to about 18,219 people. The Gyeongju branch campus of Dongguk University is situated in the district and it has an elementary school and a high school ()

Alternative names: Area: 2.47 mi²Coordinates: 35°51'0"N, 129°12'27"E

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

Nearby attractions include: Anapji Pond, Seongdong Market, Cheomseongdae, Hwangseong Park.

1.5 miSE
Picturesque 7th-century pond and palace
Anapji Pond, Gyeongju
39 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...
0.6 miSE
Flea market, Shopping, Market
Seongdong Market, Gyeongju
16 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...
1.2 miSE
Observatory ruins dating from 632 A.D.
Cheomseongdae, Gyeongju
32 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...
0.7 miN
Park
Hwangseong Park, Gyeongju
19 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.
1.5 miNE
Tranquil wooded area near historic sites
Gyerim, Gyeongju
38 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.
0.7 miS
Archaeological site
Gold Crown Tomb, Gyeongju
17 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.
0.9 miS
Ancient tomb from the 5th or 6th century
Cheonmachong, Gyeongju
23 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.
0.5 miSE
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Hwango-dong, Gyeongju
12 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 miNE
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Yonggang-dong, Gyeongju
32 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.
1.2 miS
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Hwangnam-dong, Gyeongju
30 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.
0.9 miNE
Neighbourhood
Hwangseong-dong, Gyeongju
23 min walk • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Seonggeon-dong?

Nearby attractions include Hwango-dong, Gyeongju (12 min walk), Seongdong Market, Gyeongju (16 min walk), Gold Crown Tomb, Gyeongju (17 min walk), Hwangseong Park, Gyeongju (19 min walk).

How to get to Seonggeon-dong by public transport?

The nearest stations to Seonggeon-dong:

Bus

Bus to Mt. Namsan (16 min walk)
Gyeongju Intercity Bus Terminal (20 min walk)