📍 gimhaeOpen now · Closes at 19:00(Open now · Closes at 19:00)🕒 KST: 08:53

Royal Tomb of King Suro (Gimhae)

수로왕릉 (김해)(首露王陵)•Royal Tomb of King Suro (Gimhae)

The 2,000-year-old sacred core of the ancient Gaya Kingdom, celebrating the legendary romance of King Suro and Indian Princess Heo Hwang-ok.

Sungwhamun Gate and the monumental burial mound of King Suro, founder of the Gaya Kingdom in Gimhae.
Burial mound of King Suro (42 CE), legendary founder of Geumgwan Gaya, and Queen Heo Hwang-ok from ancient India.
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Hours & Closures

Schedule: 08:00 - 19:00
Last Admission: 18:30
⚠️ Open daily year-round
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Tickets & Admission

Free AdmissionFree
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Contact & Website

King Suro Tomb Office:
📞 +82-55-330-7313Call
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Transit Access

Busan-Gimhae Light Rail (BGL): Royal Tomb of King Suro Station (Exit 2)
🚶 5 min walk

🚗 Public parking available outside the main gate.

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History & Heritage

Located in central Gimhae, historic seat of the Gaya Confederation, this historic site features a 5-meter-high circular tumulus set within sacred forest courtyards.

According to Samguk Yusa, King Suro descended from heaven upon Gujibong Peak in 42 CE to lead the Gaya confederation.

In 48 CE, Princess Heo Hwang-ok arrived by ship from Ayuta, India, forging the first documented maritime union in Korean history.

⏳ Historical Milestones

42 CECoronation of King Suro of Gaya.
48 CEArrival of Indian Princess Heo Hwang-ok.
1963Designated Historic Site No. 73 of Korea.
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What to See & Highlights

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King Suro Tumulus & Sungseonjeon Hall

The 5-meter circular tumulus and shrine hall where memorial ancestral rites are held biannually.

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Pasa Stone Pagoda at Queen’s Tomb

Exotic reddish stone pagoda brought from ancient India by Queen Heo to calm ocean squalls.

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Visit Planning & Advice

⏱️ Recommended Duration:

1 – 1.5 hours

☀️ Best Time of Day:

Morning for peaceful contemplation under centuries-old pines

🍁 Seasonal Tips: Spring hosts the Gaya Cultural Festival featuring parades and ancient reenactments.
✅ Practical Rules:
  • Admission to the Royal Tomb is completely free.
  • Located just 5 minutes walk from Busan-Gimhae Light Rail Surovangneung Station.
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How to Travel from Seoul to gimhae?

🚄 KTX₩53,600
🎁5% KTX mileage accumulation for eligible Korail Talk members (not a discount)
From: Seoul Station
To: Busan Station
Duration: 2h 15m – 2h 45m (~325 km)
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🚅 SRT₩52,000
From: Suseo Station (Gangnam)
To: Busan Station
Duration: 2h 09m – 2h 30m (~319 km)
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🚌 Express Bus₩26,800 ~ ₩49,400
From: Seoul Express Bus Terminal (Gyeongbu)
To: Busan Central Bus Terminal (Nopo)
Duration: 4h 15m (~384 km)
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✈️ FlightApprox. fare: ₩35,000 ~ ₩85,000
From: Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
To: Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Duration: 1h 05m flight time (~330 km)
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🚗 DrivingEst. Tolls: ₩21,000 ~ ₩25,000
From: Central Seoul
To: Central Busan
Duration: 4h 30m – 5h 30m (~390 km)

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