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Museum of the ancient tombs in Daseong-dong (대성동고분박물관)

Museum of the ancient tombs in Daseong-dong (대성동고분박물관)

581.232926397059m    13723     2023-01-02

126, Gayaui-gil, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-350-0401

The Museum of the ancient tombs in Daseong-dong displays artifacts unearthed from the four excavations of the Daeseongdong Tumuli. Highlighting often overlooked relics of the Geumgwan Gaya, the museum has three ground-floor exhibit halls and several underground auxiliary facilities. The main exhibits include a life-sized statue of a mounted soldier and a warrior statue, both recreated based on bones excavated from the tumuli of Yean-ri. The museum relies heavily on videos and dioramas to help visitors explore all the museum has to offer.

Ancient Tombs in Daeseong-dong, Gimhae (김해 대성동 고분군)

717.8036081320305m    8390     2020-04-02

126, Gayaui-gil, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-330-3934

The tumuli in Daeseong-dong, located to the east of the Royal Tomb of Kim Suro, reflect the formation and development of the Gaya Era. The Daeseong-dong Tumuli are located in the center of the shell mounds of Hoehyeon-ri, the location of the founding of the Gaya Kingdom according to local legend.

The tumuli relics were excavated by researchers from the Kyungsung University Museum from 1990 to 1992 and were found to be the common burial ground of the dominant class of the Gaya Kingdom. On the hilltops, which were viewed as prime burial places, are the tombs of kings and rulers; on the slopes are the tombs of the lower classes.

A total of 136 tumuli were found in the Daesong-dong area. Further investigation of the tumuli revealed several important and interesting facts. First, from the end of the third century, men and horses were buried alive along with the dead. Also, weapons were bent and buried as well, with many of these artifacts being unearthed among the tumuli. Other materials found in the tumuli such as cylindrical bronze items, pinwheel-shaped bronze items, and jasper items showed that Gaya was involved in trade with Japan. The Daeseong-dong Tumuli is significant in that it gives a glimpse into the political and social structure of the Gaya Kingdom, and the cultural exchange between Korea, China, and Japan.

Mallihyang (만리향)

Mallihyang (만리향)

762.8566958148424m    173     2021-03-20

4, Bunseong-ro, 335beon-gil, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-332-8060

A store featured in famous Korean gourmet programs with 45 years’ tradition. This restaurant's signature menu is steamed dumpling. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do.

Lotte Himart - Gimhae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 김해점)

Lotte Himart - Gimhae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 김해점)

871.8314678941142m    0     2024-04-22

2330, Gimhae-daero, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

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Topten - ISQUARE Mall Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (탑텐 김해아이스퀘어)

Topten - ISQUARE Mall Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (탑텐 김해아이스퀘어)

938.59364411658m    0     2024-04-18

I Square Mall West Block, 2342, Gimhae-daero, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

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Artbox - ISQUARE Mall Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아트박스 김해아이스퀘어)

Artbox - ISQUARE Mall Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아트박스 김해아이스퀘어)

938.59364411658m    0     2024-04-18

2342, Gimhae-daero, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

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Mh Modern House - Homeplus Gimhae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (MH 모던하우스 홈플러스김해)

Mh Modern House - Homeplus Gimhae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (MH 모던하우스 홈플러스김해)

1.3 Km    0     2024-04-23

2078, Gimhae-daero, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

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Homeplus - Gimhae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 김해)

Homeplus - Gimhae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 김해)

1.3 Km    0     2024-04-18

2078, Gimhae-daero, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

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Tomb of Queen Consort of King Suro (김해 수로왕비릉)

Tomb of Queen Consort of King Suro (김해 수로왕비릉)

1.3 Km    11580     2020-04-04

1, Garak-ro 190beon-gil, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-338-1330

Tomb of Queen Consort of King Suro in Gusan-dong, Gimhae is the final resting place of Queen Heo, the Queen Consort of King Suro, the founder of Garak. The tomb dates all the way back to the Gaya dynasty and has been officially designated as Historic Site No. 74. Unlike many other ancient tomb mounds that are raised on flat land, Queen Heo's mound sits high upon a hill. In front of the tomb is Pasa Stone Pagoda, which its stones are known to have come from India.

Together with the Tomb of King Suro, the tomb preservation area was expanded in the 28th year of King Sejong’s reign (1446). Records indicate that the tombs were robbed over a century later during the Imjin War (1592-1598). The current headstone and plaque by the tomb was installed in the Joseon dynasty in the 25th year of King Injo's reign (1641).

Gimhae National Museum (국립김해박물관)

Gimhae National Museum (국립김해박물관)

1.3 Km    14262     2024-01-23

190 Gayaui-gil, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

The Gimhae National Museum was opened on July 29, 1998, in order to research and preserve the cultural heritage of the ancient kingdom of Gaya. The museum is at the foot of Gujibong Peak in Gimhae-si, the spot where the kingdom is believed to have been founded. The museum exhibits the cultural assets of Gaya, as well as cultural relics from the prehistoric age in the Busan and Gyeongsangnam-do areas, and the cultural heritage of Byeonhan, which was the foundation for the growth of Gaya.

The exterior of the museum is made using black bricks representing iron ore and charcoal famous during the Gaya Kingdom. There are two exhibition halls, while the walkway to the halls have approximately 1,300 artifacts in display.