The city of Busan has officially registered two unique green spaces, ‘Ochoryang Garden’ in Choryang-dong, Dong-gu and ‘Everyone’s Garden’ at the Momos Coffee headquarters in Bugok-dong, Geumjeong-gu, as the city’s second and third official private gardens.
To coincide with the 64th Tongyeong Hansan Battle Festival, the Tongyeong Cable Car will offer nighttime operations on August 8 and 9, allowing visitors to take in panoramic views of the city after dark.
Each country has a different culture. When you live in a foreign country, if you take the time to learn the culture and manners to follow, it will be a great help in acclimating to your new home and making new friends.
Sacheon-si in Gyeongnam Proivince is gaining attention as a premier leisure camping destination, offering a blend of leisure sports, history, culture, and tourism.
Beginning August 1, the National Institute of Environmental Research, in cooperation with Busan City, has officially launched a “Heat Wave Information Alarm Service” aimed at reducing health risks caused by extreme summer temperatures.
Looking to get out and about? Here’s what’s happening around Busan this weekend.
Korea celebrates Liberation Day (Gwangbokjeol) every year on August 15, marking the end of 35 years of Japanese occupation (1910–1945).
In celebration of the 80th anniversary of Korea’s liberation, the Busan Museum of Modern and Contemporary History will run a special summer program for children titled “Ambiguous August 15” from August 12 to 17.
The heatwave continues into August, but there are plenty of things around the city to keep you busy if you’re planning a summer staycation in Busan.
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Hongdae is one of the great spots to dine out. The streets are filled with diverse eateries featuring not only Korean delicacies, but also other international cuisines.
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Busan’s signature summer celebration, the 29th Busan Sea Festival, returns to Dadaepo Beach from August 1 to 3, promising three exciting days of fireworks, music, food, and coastal experiences against the backdrop of Busan’s most romantic sunset.
- These women are amazing!: I-yeoseong-deureun nollawoyo! (이 여성들은 놀라워요!)
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Cyclists in Gyeongnam province can now enjoy a scenic and sustainable route between Haman-gun and Changwon-si, thanks to the full opening of a 10-kilometer themed bicycle road built along the disused Gyeongjeon Line.
