Hwangnyongsa Green Barley Field

A Fresh Green Barley Field in Waves, Hwangnyongsa Site Green Barley Field in Gyeongju

Overview

Located at 772 Guhwang-dong, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongbuk, Hwangnyongsa Site Green Barley Field is one of Gyeongju's signature spring scenery spots, where wide open fields fill with vibrant green barley every year in April and May. Spread out between the historic Hwangnyongsa Site and Bunhwangsa Temple, this barley field is a favorite place for family walks, especially with kids, and is also well known as a great photo spot.

Highlights and Things to See

• Wide green barley fields

  • Green barley is planted across about 40,000 square meters of open fields, so you can enjoy the view of rolling waves of green.
  • The barley begins growing in mid-April, reaches its peak from early to mid-May, and is harvested as golden ripe barley in late May.
  • There is a photo zone in the flower field featuring a moon light display, making it a lovely place for photos.

• History and nature together

  • Hwangnyongsa Site Green Barley Field is located on the vast grounds of Hwangnyongsa, once the largest temple of Silla, so as you stroll, you can naturally take in the grandeur of the ancient site and its thousand-year history. You can also see Bunhwangsa Temple and the nine-story stone pagoda of Hwangnyongsa Site together, making it a great chance for learning history with your kids.

• Seasonal scenery throughout the year

  • Spring: Canola flowers and green barley cover the fields in shades of green and yellow.
  • Autumn: The area transforms into flower fields with blooms such as sulfur cosmos.

• A popular photo spot

  • The green barley field, peaceful historic ruins, and blue sky come together to make this a well-known place for taking special family photos and creating memorable moments with your kids.

Visit Tips

• Parking and access
  • There is a dedicated parking lot, and after parking, you can enter the canola flower field right away via the walking path nearby.
• Best time to visit
  • The green barley is at its best from late April to mid-May, so this is the most beautiful time to visit.
• Nearby sightseeing
  • If you also visit nearby historic sites such as the Hwangnyongsa History and Culture Center and Bunhwangsa Temple, your outing can feel even more rewarding.
• Things to keep in mind
  • Since this is a place where crops are growing, it is important to remind your kids not to step on or damage the barley.

Why It Is Great with Kids

• Your kids can run around freely in the wide open fields and enjoy the fresh greenery and nature.
• As you walk and talk about the historic ruins, your family can enjoy a natural history experience together.
• You can take warm, memorable family photos in the beautiful green scenery.

Hwangnyongsa Site Green Barley Field is a special place where you can experience Gyeongju's thousand-year-old historic ruins together with the fresh greenery of spring. Because you can stop by without time restrictions, it is a nice place to visit with your kids when you have a little free time or want a light stop at the end of your schedule. If you are visiting with your kids, it can become an even more meaningful and beautiful memory, so we recommend enjoying a relaxed family moment in these fields of waving green.

Fees and Programs

• Fee: Free