Excavations revealed stone pillars that supported the original bridge, allowing for its accurate reconstruction.
Historical records in the Samguk Sagi note the bridge was first constructed during the 19th year of King Gyeongdeok’s reign.
The interior of the bridge features stone inscriptions and historical displays explaining the construction process.
The bridge is one of the largest wooden bridge reconstructions in South Korea.
Modern hidden structural steel frames were integrated within the wooden exterior to meet contemporary safety standards.
The original bridge was destroyed by fire during the conflict-heavy later Silla or early Goryeo periods.
Woljeonggyo Bridge is a fully reconstructed 8th-century covered wooden bridge originally built during the Unified Silla period. It spans the Namcheon Stream and connects the Wolseong Palace area to the southern part of Gyeongju. The structure is built using traditional Korean techniques, including intricate dancheong coloring and tiled roofs, based on archaeological evidence from the bridge site. It functions as a pedestrian crossing while housing a small exhibition hall inside its two-story pavilion structure. The bridge serves as a major landmark of the Gyeongju Historic Areas, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
From the bank of the Namcheon Stream looking up at the bridge while it is reflected in the water at night.
Walk across the stone stepping stones located in the water just east of the bridge for a unique perspective from below.
Visit the small exhibition hall inside the bridge structure to see artifacts recovered during the archaeological excavation.
The bridge is illuminated at night, providing a distinct visual contrast to its daytime appearance.
Do not attempt to climb or sit on the exterior railings of the bridge deck.
