What is the name of the large burial mounds found in Gyeongju?
Tumuli
Pyramids
Kofun
Cairns
Answer
The large burial mounds found in Gyeongju are called tumuli. These mounds were built during the Silla period to house the tombs of royalty and high-ranking officials. The tumuli are a significant part of Gyeongju's historical landscape and offer insight into the burial customs and practices of the Silla kingdom.
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