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Cheomseongdae Observatory

Wolseong-dong, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea
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Ranked #11 of 14 attractions in Gyeongju
3.5 of 5 stars 6 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites
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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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24 reviews 24 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

simple structure but it is actually very scientific. Don't miss the observatory small museum just beside the main counter. You will get some interactive information's about the observatory. More

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Gyeongju, South Korea
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012

They light it up at night, so bring a tri-pod and a nice camera. No use paying the small fee to go closer to it, but it is only like $1 or so, so no biggie. More

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Jeonju, South Korea
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42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2012
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It looks like a simple structure but it is actually very scientific. It is across the street from Anjapji Pond so it is very easy to visit when walking back to town. The 362 stones use to build it represent the days in a year. More

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Toronto, Canada
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21 reviews 21 reviews
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2012
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We found this attraction rather primitive and crude. Even if it were really an observatory (not a foregone conclusion). More

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Hamburg, Germany
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012
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28 reviews 28 reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012
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