Wolseong Park

월성지

Wolseong Park, also called Banwolseong or “Half-Moon Fortress,” is the former site of the Silla royal palace in Gyeongju. Although the earthen fortress walls remain, the area is now a large grassy park featuring historical relics and scenic walking paths. Archaeological excavations have uncovered palace foundations, ponds, and artifacts from the Silla Dynasty, providing valuable insight into Korea’s ancient royal culture. Today, the park is a peaceful site popular for strolling, photography, and exploring nearby landmarks such as Cheomseongdae Observatory and Anapji Pond.

Address: 387-1 Inwang-dong
Getting there: from Gyeongju Train Station, Wolseong Park is about a 25-minute walk (1.8 km) southeast or a 7-minute taxi ride; it is next to Cheomseongdae Observatory and Tumuli Park, making it easy to visit together
Hours: Open year-round, 24 hours
Price: Free

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Listing from Wikivoyage: Gyeongju, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond
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