Yeongnam, Geographic region in southeastern South Korea.
Yeongnam is a geographic region in southeastern South Korea spanning North and South Gyeongsang provinces, encompassing the major cities of Busan, Daegu, and Ulsan along the coast. The Taebaek Mountains run north to south through the territory, creating natural boundaries and varying elevations across different landscape zones.
This territory formed the core of the Silla Kingdom during the Three Kingdoms period, which unified the Korean Peninsula in the 7th century. This unification shaped not only the political structure but also the cultural and religious development of the entire region for centuries to come.
The ancient temples and tombs of Gyeongju show how the Silla kingdom shaped religious and artistic life in this territory. Today, visitors can observe how Buddhist architecture influences the landscape and how local communities continue to use and maintain these sites.
The region connects well to the rest of South Korea through high-speed trains, expressways, and regional transportation networks. Visitors can easily move between major cities and reach smaller destinations using both public transit and private transportation options.
The region has long been a ceramics production center, particularly in Icheon, where traditional pottery techniques are still practiced by artisans today. This craft form has deep historical roots and continues to draw visitors who wish to observe modern artists at work or participate in workshops.
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