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# Gyerim Forest Tours and Activities

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## Visit Gyerim Forest

Activities

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#### Read the mythical story behind this nature reserve in Gyeongju, go for a stroll beneath ancient trees and take a seat to relax in solitude.

Gyerim Forest sits in the middle of a historically and culturally rich area in the southern South Korean city of Gyeongju. The trees and the scenery of Gyerim Forest warrant a visit all on their own but it is the legend linked to the forest that makes this place so special.

Gyerim means “Rooster Forest,” named after a rooster that was reportedly heard crowing within the forest many centuries ago. When the king sent someone to investigate, a golden box was found hanging from a tree beside the bird. According to the legend, the box contained an infant who was immediately adopted by the king and named Kim (Gold). Kim Alji grew up to be the founder of the Gyeongju Kim, the clan that produced the majority of Silla monarchs.

Stroll to the small memorial to Kim Alji, which stands as a reminder of the royal origin of the forest. Among the twisted and weathered trunks, you’ll see familiar tree species, such as willow and ash, but also the elegant local zelkova species.

The forest provides a different experience with each change of the season. Spring brings fresh leaves and blossoms and a thick canopy of foliage is great for shade in summer. A riot of color marks the start of fall, while the landscape becomes monochrome in winter with a white wonderland created after each fresh fall of snow.

Take your time as you walk around Gyerim Forest as it is quite small and very easy to get around. Buy some delicious hwangnam-ppangor chalborippang, famous local pastries filled with red-bean paste, to enjoy a little picnic by the stream on a sunny day.

Gyerim Forest is a public space and free to enter. It’s not far from the center of Gyeongju and many visitors combine it with trips to the Ban Wolseong fortress and the Gyeongju National Museum. Take a taxi or hop on a bus and walk the rest of the way. Cycling from the city on a rented bike is a great option as well.

### Popular places to visit

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#### Cheomseongdae

A National Treasure of Korea, this ancient astronomical observatory, in the shape of a big bottle, is the oldest one of its kind in East Asia.

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#### Gyeongju Gyochon Traditional Village

A tour of this folkloric settlement in a rural setting gives you an insight into how people used to live in the ancient city of Gyeongju.

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#### Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

This 7th-century royal residence with reflecting pond from the Silla Dynasty looks especially photogenic at night.

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#### Tumuli Park

Dotted with ancient burial mounds and surrounded by abundant nature, this walled-off city park is a major attraction in Gyeongju.

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#### Daereungwon Royal Tomb

You can find out about the history of Gyeongju with a visit to Daereungwon Royal Tomb. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.

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#### Gyeongju National Museum

Admire a treasure trove of precious relics from the Silla dynasty in the former capital of the ancient Korean millennial kingdom.

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