Temple · Gyeongju, South Korea
Bulguksa Temple
Bulguksa (Korean: 불국사) is a Buddhist temple on Tohamsan, in Jinhyeon-dong, Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea.
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Landmark facts
| Location | Gyeongju, South Korea |
|---|---|
| Type | Temple |
| Coordinates | 35.7900° N, 129.3322° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Bulguksa Temple is known for
Bulguksa (Korean: 불국사) is a Buddhist temple on Tohamsan, in Jinhyeon-dong, Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea.
About Bulguksa Temple
Bulguksa (Korean: 불국사) is a Buddhist temple on Tohamsan, in Jinhyeon-dong, Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea. It is a head temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism and contains six National Treasures, including the Dabotap and Seokgatap stone pagodas, Cheongun-gyo (Blue Cloud Bridge), and two gilt-bronze statues of Buddha. The temple is classified as a Historic Site by the South Korean government.
History
The temple's records state that a small temple was built on this site under King Beopheung in 528. The Samguk Yusa records that the current temple was constructed under King Gyeongdeok in 751, begun by chief minister Kim Daeseong to pacify the spirits of his parents. The building was completed in 774 by the Silla royal court, after Kim's death, and given its current name Bulguksa (Temple of the Buddha Land).
Planning a visit? Visit the official Bulguksa Temple website — the official site has the current visiting information.
How to get there
| Nearest town | Gyeongju |
|---|---|
| Nearest airport | Ulsan Airport (USN) |
| Distance from the airport | 13.6 miles (straight line) |
Nearest major airport by straight-line distance from the landmark’s coordinates; road distance will be longer.
Airports near this landmark
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- Daegu International Airport (TAE) · Daegu, South Korea · 38.5 miles away
- Gimhae International Airport (PUS) · Busan, South Korea · 47.7 miles away
- Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) · Cheongju, South Korea · 120.4 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is Bulguksa Temple?
Bulguksa (Korean: 불국사) is a Buddhist temple on Tohamsan, in Jinhyeon-dong, Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea.
Where is Bulguksa Temple located?
Bulguksa Temple is in Gyeongju, South Korea. Its coordinates are 35.7900° N, 129.3322° E.
How do I get to Bulguksa Temple?
The nearest town is Gyeongju, and the nearest airport is Ulsan Airport (USN), about 13.6 miles away (straight line).
What is the history of Bulguksa Temple?
The temple's records state that a small temple was built on this site under King Beopheung in 528. The Samguk Yusa records that the current temple was constructed under King Gyeongdeok in 751, begun by chief minister Kim Daeseong to pacify the spirits of his parents.
Sources
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bulguksa — Wikipedia article — overview, history and core facts (CC BY-SA).
- https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q408318 — Wikidata — built year, architect, height/size, visitors, official website (CC0).
- http://www.bulguksa.or.kr — Official website of the landmark / managing body.
- https://github.com/jbrooksuk/JSON-Airports — Nearest major airport computed from landmark and airport coordinates (haversine); airport list: jbrooksuk/JSON-Airports.
Page last updated 13 November 2026.