A collection of royal Shilla tombs from the Pre-Unification Era, is in the middle of Kyongju. The park contains 20 of the more than 200 royal tombs to be found in Kyongju.

The Ch'onmach'ong(Flying Horse Tomb) was excavated in 1974 and yielded more than 10,000 treasures. These treasures, including a golden crown and girdle, are in the Kyongju National Museum. The tomb itself is open for viewing, providing visitors with an opportunity to see how the huge tombs

were constructed and how the various items were arranged in them. Visitors to this area should be sure to take the time for a peaceful stroll in this serene park.

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