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Cheomseongdae Observatory, constructed during the reign of Queen Seondeok (r. 632-647), is one of the landmarks of Gyeongju. The observatory was built in a cylinder shape at approximately 9 meters in x_height. The observatory consists of 365 stones, symbolizing the number of days in a year. The rocks are piled in 27 layers symbolizing the 27th ruler, Queen Seondeok, and the days in a lunar month by adding the of two rock layers on top.
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Cheomseongdae Observatory, where Bo-gyeom and Ji-ah, bound by a special fate, encounter each other, is the landmark that represents the city of Gyeongju and one of the oldest astronomical observatories in the world. In addition to its superlative value as a historical site, it is also popular as a tourist destination thanks to flowers and plants that bloom each season.
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Contact and Information : +82-54-772-3843
Parking facilities : Available
Day off : N/A (Open all year round)
Hours : Summer season 09:00-22:00
Winter season 09:00-21:00
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Restrooms
Available
Admission Fees
Free
Available Facilities
Tour bus
- 4,000 won for adults
- 3,000 won for teenagers
- 2,000 won for children
- Operating hours: 09:00-17:45
Location
140-25 Cheomseong-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do












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