Pyeonghwa Ondam
Nov 7, 2026 · Gyeonggi
Overview
'Pyeonghwa Ondam in Gyeongju' is a peace and unification culture event held by the Ministry of Unification in the second half of 2026. It is a cultural event where local residents, artists, and tourists come together in Gyeongju, a city of history, culture, and the arts, to experience the meaning of peace and unification in everyday life. Set against the backdrop of the lawn plaza beside Cheomseongdae, visitors take part in a variety of experiences connected to Gyeongju's history and culture, share stories with family and neighbors, and take time to think anew about peace and unification. At the venue, hands-on craft activities, performances, and on-site events that people of all ages can enjoy will take place, and through small shared moments of laughing, making, and sharing together, it will be a warm festival where visitors can feel today's peace and envision tomorrow's peace in Gyeongju, a city where a thousand years of history still breathes.
Why go
This is a one-day peace and unification culture event organized by South Korea's Ministry of Unification, held on the lawn plaza beside Cheomseongdae, one of Gyeongju's iconic ancient landmarks. It brings together local residents, artists, and visitors for hands-on craft activities and performances aimed at all ages, set against the backdrop of a city with a thousand years of history.
Getting there from Seoul
Take the KTX from Seoul Station or Suseo Station to Singyeongju Station, a journey of roughly two hours, then continue by local bus or taxi into downtown Gyeongju (about 15-20 minutes) to reach Cheomseongdae. An express bus from Seoul Express Bus Terminal to Gyeongju is also available but takes around four hours.
Tips
- The event is scheduled for a single day, November 7, 2026, so confirm exact hours locally since none were published in the event details.
- Cheomseongdae sits within walking distance of the Daereungwon tomb complex, so plan to combine both in the same visit.
- Book KTX tickets to Singyeongju in advance, as trains can sell out on event dates.
Best for: families, history enthusiasts, day-trippers, culture seekers.
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