Even though all additional tour programs have been cancelled due to lack of quorum, we cordially invite accompanying persons to the complementary tour to commemorate our meaningful gathering in Gyeongju.
The tour will take place in the celebrated historical sites in Gyeongju including the Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto, the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Sites.
• Title: UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Tour in Gyeongju • Date & Time: 09:00-13:00, August 10 (SUN) • Tour Course: Departure from Hyundai Hotel - Bulguksa Temple -Seokguram Grotto - Arrival at Hyundai Hotel • Cost: FREE
If you would like to participate on the tour, please send an email to Ms. Amy Park (tour@seoulcitytour.net) by August 7. Please be noticed that Accompanying tour program is on a first-come-first-served basis. Please reserve the course as quickly as possible.
Should you have any queries regarding the tour, please contact the IMU GA Secretariat via email at imuga@icm2014.org.
l Private Tour Reservation
The venue hotel, Hyundai will be happy to assist you to arrange tour programs during your stay.
We kindly advise you to reserve the tour at least 1 day before the tour at the concierge desk(1F)
or you can call them directly +82-54-779-7245 (they don't have an email address for a tour reservation though).
The following additional tour programs are arranged as Pre-Conference Tour and Accompanying person’s Tour for convenience of GA participants and accompanying persons. Please note that they are not part of the official program of the IMU GA 2014.
Tour programs and prices listed below are subject to change depending on the number of people signed up by July 3, 2014. Some tour programs may be cancelled unless there are at least 10 people signed up. In case of change or cancellation, participants will be notified by the travel agent by July 7, 2014. The price of each tour includes transportation, English guide, and admission fees, and lunch is included only in full day tours.
The on-site information desk for tour programs will be located next to the GA registration desk at the GA venue (Hyundai Hotel) from August 9 to August 11.
In order to book a tour program, please fill in the following tour reservation formand send it to tour@icm2014.org before July 3, 2014.
*Tour reservation forms are secured with password which is identical to the Registration Password provided by the IMU Secretariat. Saving data in PDF format requires Adobe Reader 11. Note that Linux does not support Adobe Reader 11 and therefore Linux users may download the hotel reservation form in MS Word format, open the form using LibreOffice4, and save data in .doc format with the password (identical to the Registration Password) and email it.
IMU GA Day -1 (Saturday, 9 August): Pre-Conference Tour & Accompanying person’s Tour
Tours
Course
Price
(min. 20 persons)
Price
(10-19 persons)
Half day
14:00~18:00
UNESCO Heritage Tour 1
Departure from Hyundai Hotel - Bulguksa Temple –
Seokguram Grotto–Arrival at Hyundai Hotel
53,000/p.
60,000/p.
Half day
14:00~18:00
Capital city of a thousand years
Departure from Hyundai Hotel - Hwangnyongsaji Temple site/Bunhwangsa Temple - Daereungwon Tomb Complex - Gyeongju National Museum - Arrival at Hyundai Hotel
53,000/p.
60,000/p.
IMU GA Day 1 (Sunday, 10 August): Accompanying Person’s Tour
Tours
Course
Price
(min. 20 persons)
Price
(10-19 persons)
Full day
10:00~18:00
Kingdom Shilla & UNESCO Heritage Tour
Departure from Hyundai Hotel -Tomb of General Kim Yushin-Deareungwon Tomb Complex-Lunch-
Gyoengju National Museum-Yangdong Village-
Arrival at Hyundai Hotel
75,000/p.
97,000/p.
Half day
14:00~18:00
UNESCO Heritage Tour 1
Departure from Hyundai Hotel - Bulguksa Temple –
Seokguram Grotto–Arrival at Hyundai Hotel
53,000/p.
60,000/p.
IMU GA Day 2 (Monday, 11 August): Accompanying Person’s Tour
Tours
Course
Price
(min. 20 persons)
Price
(10-19 persons)
Full day
10:00~18:00
Busan Tour, the 2nd city of South Korea
Departure from Hyundai Hotel -Taejongdae resort park- Lunch-Jagalchi market-APEC House-Haeundae beach-
Arrival at Hyundai Hotel
85,000/p.
102,000/p.
Half day
14:00~18:00
Capital city of a thousand years
Departure from Hyundai Hotel - Hwangnyongsaji Temple
site/Bunhwangsa Temple - Daereungwon Tomb
Complex - Gyeongju National Museum - Arrival at Hyundai Hotel
53,000/p.
60,000/p.
Enquiries on Tour
Amy Park / Seoul City Tour., LTD
Tel: +82-2-774-3345, 8222
Fax: +82-2-774-8223
E-mail: tour@icm2014.org
Cheomseongdae is the oldest existing astronomical observatory in Asia. Constructed during the reign of Queen Seon-deok (632-647), it was used for observing the stars in order to forecast the weather. This stone structure is a beautiful combination of straight lines and curves, and was designated as National Treasure No.31 on December 20th, 1962. The inside is filled with soil up to the 12th level, and the 19th, 20th, 25th, and 26th levels all have long rocks hanging on two areas, shaped as the Chinese letter '井' (jeong). It stands 9.17m high and the base stone on each side measures 5.35m. The Vernal Equinox, Autumnal Equinox, Winter Solstice, Summer Solstice and the 24 solar terms (also known as the astronomical solar year) were determined by the observation of stars. The pavilion stone is believed to have been used as a standard of deciding directions, north, south, east and west. The 362 stones used to build Cheomseongdae represented the 362 days in a lunar year.
Anapji Pond
According to the historical records of ‘Samguk-sagi,’ Anapji Pond was built during the 14th year of King Munmu (in power 661-681 AD) of the Silla Dynasty (57 BC-935 AD). Small mountains were created inside the palace walls, beautiful flowers were planted, and rare animals were brought in to create an exquisitely exotic garden fit for royalty. The pond was originally built in Wolseung Fortress (erected in 101 AD during the Silla period), but the fortress was destroyed and now lies in ruins. In 1974, an excavation project revealed large spherical shapes (measuring 200 meters in diameter and 180 meters in height) which indicated that 3 islands had been located in the pond. Thanks to these important findings and existing historical records, Anapji Pond has been restored to nearly its former glory
Bulguksa Temple [UNESCO World Heritage]
Bulguksa Temple is the representative relic of Gyeongju and was designated as a World Cultural Asset by UNESCO in 1995. The beauty of the temple itself and the artistic touch of the stone relics are known throughout the world. Bulguksa Temple was built in 528 during the Silla Dynasty, in the 15th year of King Beop-Heung's reign (514-540). The temple was originally called ‘Hwaeom Bulguksa Temple’ or ‘Beopryusa Temple’ and was rebuilt by Kim Dae-Seong (700-774), who started building the temple in 751 during the reign of King Gyeong-Deok (in power 742-765) and completed it in 774 during the reign of King Hye-Gong (in power 765-780). Upon completion, the temple’s name was changed to ‘Bulguksa.'
Seokguram Grotto [UNESCO World Heritage]
Designated as World Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1995, it is an artificial stone temple made of granite. The construction was started by Kim Dae-Seong (700-774) in 751 during the reign of King Gyeong-Deok (742-765) of the Silla Dynasty (57 B.C.-A.D. 935) According to the history book Samgukyusa of the Goryeo Dynasty (the country that unified the Korean peninsula at the end of the Silla Dynasty, 918~1392), Kim Dae-Seong had built Bulguksa for the parents who were alive, and Seokguram for the parents of his former life. Seokguram is an artificial stone temple made of granite, and is located on the eastern peak of Mt. Toham. Inside the round-shaped main hall, there are the Bonjon Statue, Bodhi-sattva and his disciples. Seokguram was built to preserve these statues
Gyeongju National Museum
Gyeongju National Museum rests deep in tradition, with a history of about 90 years. Representing Gyeongju, which used to be the capital of Silla (BC57~AD935), the museum is where you can view the cultural history of Gyeongju district. The exhibition hall is divided into 4 large parts: the Main hall, Annex I, Annex II, and the Outdoor Exhibit Area (Museum Grounds). King Seongdeok’s Bell located there, is the most renowned of Buddhist temple bells.
Daereungwon Tomb Complex
Large ancient tombs of kings and noblemen of the Silla Dynasty can be seen around Gyeongju at the Daereungwon Tomb Complex (Cheonmachong Tomb). There are twenty-three large tombs located here; the most famous being Cheonmachong and Hwangnamdaechong. In an excavation of the area in the 1970's, Cheonmachong was discovered with a painting of mounted horse. This painting is the only discovered painting from the Silla Era. You can also view the inside of Cheonmachong. There are 11,526 remains and crowns of the king inside the tomb demonstrating the lavish lifestyle of the king. Another tourist attraction is Hwangnamdaechong, which is the largest ancient tomb. It houses the bodies of both the king and queen and has over 30 thousand relics and gold accessories. The unique thing about Hwangnamdaechong is that the queen's tomb has more luxurious accessories. From that researchers have concluded that even the queen can have a high social position before marriage. You can feel the ancient culture of Korea 1,500 years ago when visiting these tombs.
Tomb of General Kim Yushin
The tomb of General Kim Yusin (595-673) is Historic Site No. 21. It is located in a scenic area thick with pine trees, on the eastern hill of Mt. Songha. Known as the ‘Hero of Silla Dynasty,’ General Kim Yusin was the great grandson of King Guhae, the last king of the Geumgwan Gaya Dynasty, and the son of Seo Hyeon, the great general of the Silla Dynasty. Yusin joined the Hwarang (aristocratic youth military corps) at 15 and began dreaming of ways to unify the peninsula’s three kingdoms. Kim Yusin gained his political foothold by establishing a strong relationship with nobleman Kim Chunchu and made a name for himself through his valor on the battlefield.
Yangdong Village is Korea’s largest traditional village, showcasing the traditional culture of the Joseon Dynasty and the beautiful natural surroundings. Thanks to its many cultural heritages, including treasures, national treasures, and folklore materials, the entire village has been designated as a cultural heritage site. Many people have visited this village to see its wealth of cultural heritages and scenic surroundings. Charles, Prince of Wales, visited this village in 1993.
Designated as a Busan monument, along with Oryukdo Island, Taejongdae represents Busan, and is especially famous for its rock beach. Featuring its highest peak at 250 meters, there are forests of pine trees and other 200 varieties of trees. Taejongdae was named after the 29th king of Silla Dynasty BC57-AD 935), King TaeJong Mu-Yeol (604-661). King TaeJong had traveled to many places but this was the place he enjoyed shooting arrows. Under the lighthouse of this resort is a rock called Sinseon Rock, named after the myth that gods and goddesses came down here to relax. At this rock is a figure called Mangbuseok, named after the story of a woman who waited for her husband who had been taken to Japan.
The Jagalchi Market
The Jagalchi Market is Korea's largest seafood market. After the Korean War the market solidified itself as a fish market. Most of the people who sell fish are women, so the women who sell here are called 'Jagalchi Ajumma,' 'ajumma' meaning middle-aged or married women. This market represents Busan and is famous throughout the country. If you visit you can eat fresh raw fish right at the market. Even these days you can see women selling mackerel, sea squirts (ascidians) and whale meat on wooden boxes along the road. Every year in October the Jagalchi Cultural Tourism Festival is held, and it is easy to visit because of the convenient transportation provided by the subway.
Nurimaru APEC House
The name Nurimaru APEC House is created by combining the Korean words nuri (“world”) and maru (“summit”), and “APEC House,” which refers to an APEC conference hall. Collectively, it means “a house where the world summits gather together for an APEC meeting.” Located on Dongbaekseom Island, which is noted for its beautiful, natural landscape accented by dense camellia and pine trees, Nurimaru APEC House has been used as a memorial hall and a prestigious international conference hall since the APEC summit meeting. Nurimaru, a 3-story building, is a modernistic expression of “jeongja,” a pavilion in traditional Korean architectural style. Its roof shape symbolizes the ridgeline of Dongbaekseom Island.
Haeundae Beach
Haeundae Beach is probably the most famous beach in the country. Haeundae is 1.5 km long, 30~50m wide, and spans an area of 58,400㎡. The sand of this beach is composed of sand that comes from Chuncheon Stream and shells that have been naturally eroded by the wind over time. Haeundae Beach is also famous for the various cultural events and festivals held throughout the year. There is also the Beach Culture Center and the Beach Library. Numerous people visit every year from June to August
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IMU GA Day -1 (Saturday, 9 August): Pre-Conference Tour & Accompanying person’s Tour
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