š Seokguram Grotto is an artificial granite grotto and Buddhist temple on Mount Toham, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Gyeongju, South Korea. It houses a monumental Buddha statue looking out to sea, established in the 8th century.
š Considered a masterpiece of East Asian Buddhist art, symbolic of a spiritual journey into Nirvana.
š Spiritual journey into Nirvana, enshrining a monumental Buddha statue.
šØ Masterpiece of East Asian Buddhist art with intricate carvings.
šļø Peaceful setting with views overlooking the East Sea/Sea of Japan.
šļø Marvel of ancient engineering and art, maintaining stable temperature and humidity.
šļø Innovative granite construction.
š¶ Difficult and steep steps, and a bit far from the city center requiring bus travel.
š§ļø Views often obscured by weather.
š§ Parts closed to the public.
š„ Can be crowded.
š¤ Grotto is smaller than expected.
š° 4,000 won per person
š Take Bus 10 or 11 to Bulguksa Temple, then Bus 12 to the grotto.
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Visit at sunrise for best views.
ā³ Suggested duration: 1-2 hours.
š¤ Pair your visit with Bulguksa Temple nearby.
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