Astronomy Archives - KoreaTripAdvisor

6 months ago1795 min

**The Role of Cheomseongdae Observatory in Ancient Korean Astronomy: A Historical Perspective** — In the heart of Gyeongju, South Korea, lies a marvel of ancient Korean astronomy – the Cheomseongdae Observatory. Built during the Silla Dynasty in the 7th century, this iconic structure has stood the test of time and continues to be a testament to the rich history and scientific achievements of Korea. **History of Cheomseongdae Observatory** The Cheomseongdae Observatory was constructed during the...

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Astronomy Theme Park, Yangju Songam Space Center

2 years ago11789 min

Astronomy Theme Park, Yangju Songam Space Center Local people 185 Gwonyul-ro, Jangheung-myeon, Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do One hour drive from Seoul. Songam Space Center, located at the foot of Mt. Keimyung in Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do, is an ‘astronomical theme park’ equipped with an astronomical observatory for observing the stars, a space center for education, a cable car with a spectacular view, hotel-level accommodations, and restaurants. The walking course that winds around the hillside and the wide grass square...