Step Inside a 1,500-Year-Old Silla Tomb - Gyeongju’s Most Unique Indoor Winter Experience
An Indoor Journey into Ancient Silla
Escape the biting cold of January and step into a unique space where you can walk through the mystical tombs of Silla, dating back 1,500 years, all from the warmth of indoors.
The Gold Crown Tomb Preservation Exhibition Hall, located in the ancient tomb complex of Nohseodong in Gyeongju, reinterprets the past tombs through modern architecture, allowing visitors to vividly experience the internal structure of the tombs.
Enjoy a distinctive winter trip to Gyeongju by taking this special opportunity to enter the burial mound that you usually can only see from the outside.
Modern Interpretation of the Tomb's Structure
Situated in the heart of Gyeongju, this site boasts a unique appearance that contrasts with the typical earthen mounds, featuring a modern design made of steel and glass that embodies the shape of the tomb.
The geometric design, which appears to have only the framework remaining without a roof, creates a sophisticated atmosphere that harmonizes beautifully with the blue January sky.
Rather than the solemnity of traditional cultural heritage, it feels like stepping into a trendy gallery, attracting a younger crowd consistently.
At night, the soft lighting spilling out between the buildings transforms the tomb complex into a romantic night view spot.
Walking Through the Tomb's Interior
Upon entering the exhibition hall, visitors encounter a life-sized structure of the unique Silla tomb style known as the 'stone mound coffin tomb.'
Visitors can walk along the deck path installed inside the tomb, allowing them to explore the world within the tomb in three dimensions, a world they have only imagined.
The massive stone mound and wooden structures spread beneath their feet provide an overwhelming scale and visual shock.
Beyond simply viewing artifacts, the sensation of standing in the middle of a giant archaeological site is a unique charm of this place.
This is not just a boring museum with artifacts lined up; it vividly recreates the past through cutting-edge augmented reality (AR) and media art.
The dazzling visuals filling the walls and floors of the exhibition hall offer an immersive experience that feels like traveling back to the Silla era, 1,500 years ago.
Visual materials that can be intuitively understood without reading text enhance the enjoyment of the exhibition.
The process of how the tomb was created and the circumstances during its excavation are presented in videos, making it an engaging experience without a dull moment.
The Mystery of the Gold Crown's Owner
The Gold Crown Tomb is famous for the splendid gold crown unearthed there, but it has long remained a mysterious place with no clear identity for its owner.
Recently, a large sword inscribed with the name 'Isaji King' was discovered, leading to an exciting story of tracing the identity of the tomb's owner.
Throughout the exhibition hall, the excavation process and scholarly mysteries are presented in an easily understandable manner, stimulating intellectual curiosity.
It feels less like a stiff history lesson and more like reading an intriguing mystery novel while enjoying the exhibition.
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