Gyeongju International Marathon

Gyeongju International Marathon is held in Gyeongju, one of Korea’s most historically significant cities and the former capital of the Silla Kingdom. The Gyeongju Historic Areas were inscribed as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site in 2000, encompassing landmark sites such as Bulguksa Temple, Seokguram Grotto, and the royal tomb complexes, which together represent the height of ancient Korean Buddhist art and urban culture. The race course runs through the city and its surrounding historic districts, allowing runners to experience a unique blend of athletic challenge and cultural immersion. As a destination marathon set within a UNESCO World Heritage city, Gyeongju International Marathon stands as one of Korea’s most iconic heritage running events.