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Busan has been named one of the world’s leading smart cities, placing 8th globally, 2nd in Asia, and 1st in Korea in the latest Smart Centres Index (SCI) released by the UK-based Z/Yen Group.
Jeongyang Leisure Park, Hoeyang Tourist Site, and Jeongyang Swamp Ecological Park have been selected for the 2026 Accessible Tourism Initiative led by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Tourism Organization.
The 2025 Busan International Children’s Book Fair opens December 11 at BEXCO, bringing together publishers, authors, and young readers for the country’s only international book event dedicated to children’s literature.
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Going on a snacking tour in Hongdae is a fun way to discover a variety of enticing Korean foods and treats. Enjoy the snacks while strolling around the lively streets brimming with a youthful atmosphere, street performances and trendy shops.
Gyeongnam Culture & Arts Center will close its 2025 season with a special year-end performance featuring Italian 4 Tenors on December 16 at 7:30 p.m. in the main hall.
Jinju City will host a two-day Christmas and New Year winter festival called “Why Santa Came Early” on December 13 and 14 at Jinju in the Forest of Wolasan Mountain, one of the city’s most popular forest-wellness destinations.
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The Haeundae Light Festival returns for the 2025 winter season, lighting up Haeundae Beach and Gunam-ro from November 29 to January 18.
Gwanghwamun Square will turn into a massive light canvas this winter when 2025 Seoul Light Gwanghwamun opens on December 12, running for 24 days through January 4.
This ink represents the 13 fallen military members from the attack on Abbey Gate at Hamid Karzai International Airport during the withdrawal from Afghanistan.
Gyeongsang Province sits in Korea’s southeastern region and features a variety of beautiful destinations with cultural and historical significance.
Busan’s two most popular beaches, Gwangalli and Haeundae, took the top spots in the new “Korea Tourism 500” rankings released by Yanolja Research.
Dream Forest Arts Center in Seoul is rolling out a diverse winter program that stretches beyond the usual holiday carols, presenting classical works, live band concerts, and film music performances throughout December.
