Pre-Unification中古

Cheomseongdae Observatory

Cheomseongdae Observatory, constructed during the reign of Queen Seondeok (r.

Map locationPre-Unification

Official source

Recorded designation data · National Treasure No.31

Designated1962

PeriodPre-Unification

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Official Korea Tourism Organization overview

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 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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HoursSummer season 09:00-22:00 Winter season 09:00-21:00 N/A (Open all year round) Available

Access

Wheelchair accessible · Accessible restroom available · Accessible parking availableSource: Korea Tourism Organization accessibility information

Field visit condition

Fair24°Humidity 87%

Humid — muggy, with showers possible.

KMA nowcast · grid 100,90

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