Stories of Korea’s National Treasures 31Photo Credit: Cultural Heritage Administration of KoreaCheomseongdae Observatory(Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do)🏯 1. The Oldest Observatory in the EastRising quietly over the plains of Gyeongju stands Cheomseongdae, the oldest surviving astronomical observatory in Asia and one of the most iconic landmarks of ancient Korea.Built during the reign of Queen Seond..