Title: Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond in Gyeongju - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca [Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond Hotels](https://expedia.ca/Donggung-Palace-And-Wolji-Pond-Hotels.0-l6258557-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Gyeongju](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Gyeongju.d602633.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Gyeongju](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Gyeongju.d602633.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Donggung-Palace-And-Wolji-Pond.d6258557.Car-Rental-Guide)[Gyeongju Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Gyeongju.d602633.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond Tours and Activities ![Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/341000/341568-Gyeongju-Donggung-Palace-And-Wolji-Pond.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/341000/341566-Gyeongju-Donggung-Palace-And-Wolji-Pond.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/341000/341564-Gyeongju-Donggung-Palace-And-Wolji-Pond.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/341000/341552-Gyeongju-Donggung-Palace-And-Wolji-Pond.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/341000/341558-Gyeongju-Donggung-Palace-And-Wolji-Pond.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond Activities [Gyeongju travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Gyeongju.dx602633) --- --- #### This 7th-century royal residence with reflecting pond from the Silla Dynasty looks especially photogenic at night. While in Gyeongju, you won’t want to miss seeing the Gyeongju Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond after dark, when the illuminated pagodas and trees are reflected in the water. The small complex is part of Gyeongju National Park and it’s a local favorite for scenic evening walks. Donggung Palace, on the edge of the main Banwolseong palace site, was home to the crown prince during the reign of King Munmu. This monarch from the Silla Dynasty was credited with the unification of the Three Kingdoms of Korea. The palace used to be referred to as “Imhaejin” or “Imhaejeon” and it was here that all the major banquets took place. The original palace and hoerang (corridor) are from A.D. 674, but the pavilion you see when you arrive is a reconstruction. The palace’s large, manmade pond dates even farther back. During the days of the Goryeo and Joseon dynasties, the pond was known a Anapji, and many locals still call it that today. This artificial lake likely served as the moat of a fortress that has since been ruined. When it was dredged in 1974, thousands of precious relics were dug up, as well as evidence that the pond used to have three islands and that more buildings had surrounded it. The islands have been restored since. One of the items that was discovered was a pottery fragment with “Wolji” carved onto it, proof of the pond’s original name because it means “a pond that reflects the moon.” As you walk around Wolji, imagine the exotic gardens that once adorned the palace grounds. It is said that King Munmu renewed the pond based on Taoist philosophies and aesthetics. To take a closer look at the artifacts found in the pond during the renovations, visit the Anapji Exhibition Hall in the Gyeongju National Museum. There is an entrance fee for the Gyeongju Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond. Because it is located in central Gyeongju, the complex is easy to reach on foot and by taxi. While there isn’t a lot to see, it’s nice to experience its ambiance and take artistic pictures at night. ## Plan a trip to see Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Arban Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13110000/13103300/13103209/764017e0_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Arban Hotel Seomyeon CA $1,134 per person Jan 27 - Jan 31 found 1 day ago Roundtrip non-stop flight included Vancouver (YVR) to Ulsan (USN) 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews) 1\. 8mins walk fm Seomyeon stn (metro line 1 & 2). Surrounded by many restaurants & convenient stores. Lotte Dept Store, Seomyeon underground shopping st. & food st. are also nearby. 2\. The building shared btw few tenants and Arban Hotel occupied few levels. No dedicated lift for hotel guest, but u need hotel room card to access to yr floor. Didn't notice if there is a CCTV/cam inside/near the lift and so for solo traveller, please be careful. Reception is at 13th floor. 3\. We arrived Arban Hotel at around 11am and a bit disappointed that we were not able to check in early hence we left our luggage at the reception area. 4\. We checked in on Wednesday for 2 rooms & 3 nights stay, my rooms were at 6th floor, were able to sleep well on our 1st night. When come to 2nd night, we started to hear noise when we entered into our room, as the noise level were within our acceptance level hence we had ignored it. When come to 3rd night (Friday), the noise became obvious and we finally realized that there was a bowling center on the 5th floor (below our floor), and the ball rolling & striking sound last till midnight, we didn't ask for a change since we will be checking out the next day. My intention of writing this is to alert anyone who intend to stay in Arban Hotel to avoid 6th floor, if possible. 5\. Room & toilet were spacious. 6\. Laundry room @ 6th floor with 2 washers & 2 dryers. 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