Baekje Historic Areas

These historic areas comprise eight archaeological sites spread across Gongju, Buyeo, and Iksan in southwest South Korea, featuring fortresses, temples, and royal burial grounds. The locations reveal different periods of this ancient kingdom through their physical remains and structures.

The Baekje Kingdom established these locations over more than 600 years, from the third century BCE until the mid-seventh century, as administrative and spiritual centers. The development of the sites shows the kingdom's expansion and its cultural contacts with neighboring regions.

The temples and fortified structures show how Korean builders mixed their own techniques with Chinese and Japanese methods, visible in the pagodas and defensive walls. Walking through these sites reveals how different cultures shaped the look and construction of each location.

The sites are spread across three cities and require planning to visit them all, with spring and autumn offering the most comfortable conditions. Visitor centers and museums at each location help explain the archaeological finds and the history behind them.

The royal tomb of King Muryeong holds over 4600 artifacts, offering rare insight into ancient Korean burial customs and everyday life. The large number of preserved objects allows researchers to piece together details about how people lived during that period.