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The Most Interesting Historical Places in South Korea

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Historical Places in South Korea

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    Bulguksa Temple , Gyeongju
    4.5
    Religious Site
    The head temple complex of Jogye Korean Buddhism, Bulguksa Temple features two exquisite stone pagodas and a gilded bronze statue of Buddha,
    Tours from $60
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    DMZ Haemaru Village , Paju
    4.3
    Historic Site
    Take a monorail to explore a blame-game tunnel of DMZ Haemaru Village, the only official venue for meetings between the ROK and DPRK. With th
    Tours from $35
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    Changdeokgung Palace , Seoul
    4.5
    Architectural Building
    Listed as a World Heritage Site, Changdeokgung Palace represents the main palace of Joseon Dynasty's kings, which shelters lotus ponds, pavil
    Tours from $15
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    Hwaseong Fortress , Suwon
    4.4
    Historic Walking Area
    Listed as a World Cultural Heritage Site, Hwaseong Fortress embodies the economic and militaristic power of the Joseon Dynasty at the end of
    Tours from $70
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    Gyeongbokgung Palace , Seoul
    4.5
    History Museum
    Dating back to 1395, Gyeongbokgung Palace served as the residence of the Joseon dynasty rulers, their households, and governments. Though muc
    Tours from $7
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    Historic destinations in South Korea

    Seoul BEST FOR: Shopping, Museums, Historic Sites
    Gyeongju BEST FOR: Historic Sites, Nature, Museums
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