Daegaya History Theme Park (대가야 역사테마관광지)

Daegaya History Theme Park (대가야 역사테마관광지)

– Homepage
mall.goryeong.go.kr

– Tel
+82-54-950-7005

Daegaya History Theme Park is located in what was the center of the Daegaya Kingdom. The park offers various areas to learn about not only the history of the area but also the current culture and the future of Goryeong. In particular, visitors can enjoy various items produced during the Daegaya era such as pottery, ironworks, and gayageum (traditional Korean string instrument), as well as visit the park’s 4D theater and walk along the forest exploration trail.

– Address : 1216, Daegaya-ro, Goryeong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do

※ Presentation Information
– Information and Guides
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-54-950-7005

– Parking
Available

– Operating Hours
March-October 09:00-18:00
November-February 09:00-17:00
* Last admission 30 min before closing

– Restrooms
Available

– Admission Fees
[Daegaya Living Village]

Individuals: Adults 5,000 won / Teenagers 4,000 won / Children 3,000 won

Groups: Adults 4,000 won / Teenagers 3,000 won / Children 2,500 won

Iron expedition: Individuals 15,000 won / Groups 12,000 won

Experience package (Custome, wooden vessel, VR experience) Individuals 3,000 won

[History Theme Park]

Admission: Free

Water playground (June-July): Individuals 3,000 won

Rail sledding: Individuals 5,000 won / Groups 4,000 won

VR Experience: Ride 7,000 won / Game pack 3,000 won

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

⊙ Goryeong Daegaya Festival (고령대가야축제)

– Homepage
www.festdgy.com

– Tel
+82-54-950-6427

The Goryeong Daegaya Festival is a historical celebration centered around the ancient city of Daegaya, which thrived from AD 42 to 562 as a powerful iron-age kingdom in regions including Goryeong. A must-visit is the Theme Pavilion, which highlights the World Heritage significance of the Ancient Tombs in Jisan-dong, Goryeong. The forest playground and night trekking around the ancient tombs are popular annual attractions. In addition, there are diverse performances and activities, including a 100 gayageum (twelve-stringed zither) performance featuring the representative instrument of Daegaya, experiential programs, and original musicals. The festival showcases the 520-year history and culture of Daegaya with various performances and experiences, notably the night trekking program, themed “Gobammasil,” exploring the tomb. 

◎ Daegaya
Daegaya, an enigmatic ancient kingdom, flourished 1,500 years ago, nurturing its unique history and splendid cultural arts, supported by a strong iron culture, even amid the powerful states of Baekje and Silla. 

◎ Gayageum
The gayageum, a traditional instrument originating from Gaya, primarily carries the thematic melody in Korean traditional music. Ureuk, a revered musician from Gaya, was named the most respected musician by popular Korean pianist Yunchan Lim during his victory interview at the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. Listening to Ureuk’s gayageum music and visiting the Goryeong Daegaya Festival can be a delightful experience.

⊙ Daegaya Museum (대가야 박물관)

– Homepage
대가야박물관 www.goryeong.go.kr

– Tel
+82-54-950-7103

Daegaya Museum exhibits the history, culture, and customs of the Daegaya Kingdom. The museum consists of the Daegaya Royal Tomb Pavilion, the Daegaya History Pavilion, and Ureuk Museum.

The Royal Tomb Pavilion is a 37 meter-wide dome that houses relics of the Jisan-dong Ancient Tombs, a Historic Site. It is essentially the restoration of the Jisandong Tumulus, the first large-scale sunjang (burial of the living with the dead).

The History Pavilion houses a collection of relics from the Daegaya Kingdom, while holding special exhibitions and educational activities periodically. The outdoor exhibition center displays items that showcase the ancient lifestyle.

Ureuk Museum is a dedicated to Ureuk, a Daegaya musician who invented the gayageum, a traditional Korean twelve-stringed instrument.