Daegaya Museum: Discover a Kingdom Through Royal Tomb Treasures

A museum devoted to Daegaya

Daegaya Museum is a specialist museum dedicated to the history of Daegaya and the Goryeong area. It comprises the Daegaya Royal Tomb Exhibition Hall and Daegaya History Museum, at the foot of the Jisan-dong Ancient Tombs, as well as the Ureuk Museum in Jeongjeonggol, where Ureuk is said to have created the gayageum.

Across its exhibitions, the museum presents more than 3,000 artifacts excavated in Goryeong. The collection offers visitors a broad view of the region’s history and culture through objects from tombs, temples, and local heritage collections.

Tomb finds and historic objects

Among the displays are a gilt-bronze crown and other ornaments from the Jisan-dong Ancient Tombs, along with pottery such as long-necked jars and cylindrical vessel stands. The collection also includes weapons and equipment, including a ring-pommel sword decorated with a phoenix motif, armor, bits, and saddles.

Other notable objects include the bronze bell and stone pagoda from Banyongsa Temple, as well as royal documents held by a local clan house. Together, these objects show the range of material associated with Daegaya and the wider Goryeong area.

Nearby places to explore

Nearby heritage sites include the Jisan-dong Ancient Tombs, Jusanseong Fortress, Goryeong Hyanggyo, and the flagpole supports at Jisan-dong. The Goari Mural Tomb Model Hall recreates the mural tomb and features immersive media art, while Daegaya Living Village offers a look at the daily lives of people in Daegaya.

Other nearby attractions include the Daegaya Theme Tourism Site, Banyongsa Temple, Gaesil Village, home to the clan of Kim Jong-jik, and the Goryeong Janggi-ri Rock Art site, which has been developed as a rock art park.

Visitor information

The address is 경상북도 고령군 대가야읍 대가야로 1203. Admission is free. From March through October, the museum is open from 09:00 to 18:00, with last admission at 17:00. From November through February, hours are 09:00 to 17:00, with last admission at 16:00.

The museum is closed every Monday; when Monday is a public holiday, it closes the following day. Opening details may change, so check the official website for the latest notice before visiting.