Bonggil Daewangam Beach
Korean name: 봉길대왕암해변
Gyeongbuk
Bonggil Daewangam Beach lies at the Daejong river mouth, east of downtown Gyeongju. It has a 500 m sandy beach and Daewangam, the sea tomb of King Munmu, just offshore.
About
Bonggil Beach is located at the Daejong river mouth, east of downtown Gyeongju. The sandy beach is 500 m long and 40 m wide. It sees fewer summer visitors than other beaches on the East Coast, so it is recommended for those who want a relaxed holiday.
In summer, beach bungalows, tube rental stands and simple eateries offer convenience. Offshore, a short way from the sand, lies Daewangam, the sea tomb of King Munmu, who left a will asking to be cremated and buried in the East Sea so that he could protect the country as a sea dragon.
Nearby historic sites include Igyeondae, the Gameunsa Temple Site and its pagodas, Girimsa Temple, Golgulsa Temple, the head temple of Seonmudo, the Ko Yu-seop poem monument, and Yongyeon.
Key details
- Address
- Bonggilhaean-gil, Yangbuk-myeon, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
- Opening hours
- Open at all times
- Closed
- Open year-round
- Contact
- 054-779-6324
- Region
- Gyeongbuk
Operating details can change. Please check the official information again before you go.
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Source: Korea Tourism Organization (TourAPI)
The photo and description on this page are based on Korea Tourism Organization material published under KOGL Type 1 (attribution).