Gyeongju, South Korea

Gyeongju South Korea

Certainly! Here’s an English (Ireland) translation of your text, with subtle adjustments for Irish English spelling, phrasing, and tone: --- Gyeongju (Korean: 경주, pronounced [kjʌŋ.dʑu]), which was historically known as "Seorabeol" (Korean: 서라벌, pronounced [sʌ.ɾa.bʌl]), is a coastal city located in the far south-eastern corner of North Gyeongsang Province in South Korea.[2][3] It’s the second largest city in the province by area after Andong, covering 1,324 km² (511 sq mi) and home to a population of 264,091 people. Gyeongju was once the capital of the ancient kingdom of Silla (57 BC – 935 AD), which ruled about two-thirds of the Korean Peninsula between the 7th and 9th centuries. In later years, Silla became a prosperous and wealthy country,[8] and its capital, Gyeongju,[9] was the fourth largest city in the world at the time.[10][11][12][13] A huge number of archaeological sites and cultural treasures from this era can still be found in the city. Gyeongju is often called "the museum without walls".[14][15] Among its many historical gems, Seokguram Grotto, Bulguksa Temple, the Gyeongju Historic Areas, and Yangdong Folk Village have all been designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.[16][17] Thanks to its wealth of major historical sites, Gyeongju has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in South Korea.
Recommended airport
Pohang (KPO)
Nearby destinations
  • Pohang a 20.88 km
  • Ulsan a 34.25 km
  • Gyeongsang Province a 30.87 km