UNESCO WHCCulturalInscribed 2000
Gyeongju Historic Areas
Overview
The Gyeongju Historic Areas contain a remarkable concentration of outstanding examples of Korean Buddhist art, in the form of sculptures, reliefs, pagodas, and the remains of temples and palaces from the flowering, in particular between the 7th and 10th centuries, of this form of unique artistic expression.
About Gyeongju Historic Areas
Gyeongju Historic Areas is a World Heritage Site in Gyeongju, South Korea that was designated by UNESCO in 2000. The protected areas encompass the ruins of temples and palaces, outdoor pagodas and statuary, and other cultural artifacts left by the Koreanic kingdom Silla.
Read more on WikipediaSelection Criteria
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Components(5 locations)
- •Wolsong Belt976-002
- •Mt. Namsan Belt976-001
- •Tumuli Park Belt976-003
- •Hwangnyongsa Belt976-004
- •Sansong (Fortress) Belt976-005
Details
- Countries
- Republic of Korea
- ISO Codes
- KR
- Area
- 2,880 ha
- Coordinates
- 35.7889, 129.2267
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