Venue Information
Gyeongju Hwabaek International Convention Center (HICO)
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Address: 507 Bomun-ro, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do Province, Republic of Korea
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Directions: How to Get to Geongju & Venue | ICAPP 2023
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HICO VR: KMICE VR (visitkorea.or.kr)

Gyeongju Hwabaek International Convention Center (HICO) is Korea’s premier convention venue located in the Bomun Lake Resort Complex, one of Korea’s most popular tourist destinations. Hwabaek was the name of the aristocratic council that ruled Korea for 1,000 years (57 BC–935 AD). The modern center that takes its name from Hwabaek is composed of 15 meeting rooms including a convention hall (3,421㎡), exhibition hall (2,273㎡), and outdoor exhibition space (4,000㎡).
HICO is located near abundant accommodations and tourist attractions, including UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Sites like Bulguksa Temple, Seokguram Grotto, Yangdong Village, and the specially designated Gyeongju Historic Areas.
Overview
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Total Grounds: 31,336㎡
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Wi-Fi Capacity: 5,000 users
Capacity
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1 convention hall (3,421㎡), 14 meeting rooms
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1 exhibition hall (2,273㎡) and outdoor exhibition space (4,000㎡)
Nearby Hotels
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Total: 21 Hotels, 4,245 Rooms
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Within 3 km Distance: 14 Hotels, 2,518 Rooms
Main Distances
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Singyeongju Station (KTX): 21 km
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Gyeongju Station (Mugunghwa Line): 9.8 km
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Gyeongju Intercity Bus Terminal: 11 km
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Gyeongju Express Bus Terminal: 11 km
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Gimhae Int’l Airport: 90 km