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To the peak of Jangsan Mountain that overlooks Marine City and Gwangandaegyo Bridge

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Jangsan Mountain, overlooking the southern sea, is a towering natural wonder, with a wide range of hiking trails. Enjoy a 3 hr outing to the peak of Jangsan Mountain while appreciating the scenic view of Haeundae Marine City and Gwangandaegyo Bridge.

Jangnim Port, “Bunezia,” packed with colorful photo zones

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The western Busan was not well known among tourists compared to the eastern Busan where Haeundae and Gwangalli are located. However, it has recently gained popularity, thanks to SNS users who nicknamed Jangnim Port as “Bunezia,” Busan’s Venezia (Venice), and have been taking great photos here.

Walk on Galmaetgil Trails while enjoying the gorgeous view of the ocean

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Galmaetgil Trails, containing the charms of the ocean, river, mountain, and hot springs of Busan, are pleasant roads that feature the history, culture, and festivals of Busan. Walk on the nine courses, including the coastal trail, forest trail, riverside trail, and urban trail, to learn all about Busan. Course 1 Section 1-1, / 4 hr: Imnang Beach – Gijang-gun Office Section 1-2, / 5 hr: Gijang-gun Office – Moontan Road Course 2 Section 2-1, / 3 hr: Moontan Road – Millakgyo Bridge Section 2-2, / 4 hr: Millakgyo Bridge – Oryukdo Ferry Dock Course 3 Section 3-1, / 4 hr: Oryukdo Ferry Dock – Busanjin Market Section 3-2, / 5 hr: Busanjin Market – Namhangdaegyo Bridge Section 3-3, / 5 hr: Namhangdaegyo Bridge – Dongsam Innovation District

The unique view of the Gijang Ocean at Jukseong Catholic Church

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The ocean of Gijang that retains the emerald color of the East Sea is a location visited by many people. On sunny or cloudy days, it is a great location for driving along the coast, where romantic cafés offer a great view. Visitors always stop by the Jukseong Catholic Church in Gijang.

Canola flower attractions in Busan at the peak of yellow flowers

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As blooming canola flowers are at its peak in March and April at mountains and parks, Busan will be covered with a wave of bright yellow petals.

The beautiful harmony in the night sky of Busan, Busan Fireworks Festival

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Autumn in Busan blooms with colorful lights. Gwangalli Beach and any spot overlooking the Gwangalli Ocean in Busan is crowded. People’s eyes are gathered on the ocean and the night sky lit up with fireworks. It’s the time for the Busan Fireworks Festival! The shining Gwangandaegyo Bridge begins coming into view. As the Gwangan Bridge gets closer, it becomes so crowded you can’t even find a gap to set your foot in. However, the people seem bright like the fireworks they’re waiting for, and you enjoy feeling the chilly sea breeze on this pleasant autumn night. What items can you prepare to make your Busan Fireworks Festival experience more enjoyable? Above all, you should pay attention to warmth. It’s warm during the day but very windy and cold in the sea area in the autumn night. So it’s a good idea to wear a warm coat and take a blanket even if you feel a bit hot when you go out. During the festival, Gwangalli is crowded, and it’s not easy to get back to where you were sitting once the fireworks start. So make sure you have something to eat and drink while enjoying the festival, and make a pit stop before you sit down. Go the fireworks place early, and share food with people to enjoy the festival together. It may take longer to wait, but you’ll soon forget it with the joyous festival atmosphere and more and more people gathering around.

Busan Citizens Park is back to provide places to help citizens have a relaxing time.

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Military camp and park—these two words do not match well together. However, there is a place where a military camp is reborn as a park, namely Busan Citizens Park. For 70 years after the liberation in South Korea, this place had been called the “US Army Camp Hialeah,” but now it’s back as a resting area for people in Busan.

Busan Christmas Tree Cultural Festival, the feast of Christmas tree lighting

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Busan Christmas Tree Cultural Festival is where Gwangbok-ro is embellished with different sizes and shapes of Christmas tree lights. People visit Nampo-dong to enjoy the magnificent festival that warms up the cold winter every night with beautiful songs and spectacular performances.

Ami-dong Tombstone Culture Village, home to graveyards

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The Ami-dong Tombstone Culture Village is across the road from Gamcheon Culture Village. It is one of the mountainous villages that grew busy because of the increasing visitors during the mountainside road renaissance. During the Korean War, refugees embarked on a journey with nothing but basic household items. The civic officers handed out a small note to refugees who congregated to Busan Station that contained the following short address. “San 19-beonji, Ami-dong.” This was the beginning of the Ami-dong Tombstone Culture Village where they will make their home.

Haeundae Blueline Park (Beach Train, Sky Capsule)

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Haeundae Blueline Park is an eco-friendly redevelopment of the old railway facilities on 4.8km of the Donghae Nambu Line: Haeundae Mipo - Cheongsapo - Songjeong. It is a key tourist facility in the Haeundae Special Tourist Zone in Busan and operates the Haeundae Beach Train and Haeundae Sky Capsule along the beautiful coastal scenery. Haeundae Beach Train: This tourist train runs along Haeundae Beach, the most beautiful beach in Korea. The Haeundae Beach Train is a tourist train offering transportation between Haeundae Mipo, Cheongsapo, and Songjeong while enjoying the beautiful coastal scenery of Dongbusan. Haeundae Sky Capsule: This is a place for a romantic experience where you can view the spectacular Haeundae coastal scenery from 7 to 10 meters up in the air. Haeundae Sky Capsule is a romantic experience that automatically travels 2km from Haeundae Mipo to Cheongsapo while viewing the spectacular coastal scenery from 7 to 10 meters up in the air.

Fishing Villages: Best Relaxing Getaways in Busan

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Busan is famous for its diverse natural resources. Although it is a big city full of high-rise buildings, Busan is also close to the sea, rivers, mountains, and its amazing natural scenery will make your trip more interesting. If you are ready to explore different, you should check out Gadeokdo Island. Even Busan locals are not fully familiar with this island, but it has unique scenery that will change your perception of Busan as a big city. In particular, fishing villages in every corner of Gadeokdo Island are the best spots to relax after a tiring day.

Gukje Market bustling with energy

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There is an expression in Busan that says, “It’s like a Dottaegi Market,” which means “a loud and bustling atmosphere,” Dottaegi, the old name of Gukje Market, is crowded and full of energy, items, and people.

Yongdusan Park, a reason to travel to Busan

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I visit Busan because of Yongdusan Park! That’s right. Yongdusan Park is enough reason to visit Busan these days. If Haeundae is the hot spot of east Busan, Nampo-dong is the most popular place in central Busan. Yongdusan Park is a leading landmark of Busan frequented by those who visit the region.

Haeundae Lighting Festival filling the night sea of Haeundae with romance

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The lighting festival transforms the cold winter street into a romantic world that even seems to warm up the cold season. Why not jump into the romantic world of the Haeundae Lighting Festival, which fills the night sea of Haeundae with beautiful lights?

Enjoy Busan through bike tours.

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Busan encompasses the sea, mountains, and rivers. Thanks to this natural environment, Busan can offer various experience programs tailored to people’s preferences. In particular, riding a bicycle along rivers and streams in Busan is another way of enjoying the city. Of course, to enjoy Busan by bike, you must have one. Do not worry if you do not have your own. A total of 12 public bicycle rental services are available free of charge or at an affordable price in different venues, such as Samnak, Hwamyeong, Maekdo, Daejeo Eco Parks, Spo1 Park, Jwasuyeonggyo Bridge, Eulsukdo Island, Oncheonjang Station, Oncheoncheon Park, and Millak-dong. Let us introduce the top five riding spots in Busan that are loved by riders.

Hwangnyeongsan Trail, a forest trail in the center of Busan

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It’s a great trail to enjoy the forest bathing in the center of the city while taking a stroll along the hillside of Hwangnyeongsan Mountain. As it spans the four boroughs of Busan, it takes about five to six hours to travel there. If you’re not confident with walking along the ridges, you can choose one or two of the divided sections. They are connected like spider webs, so trekking by section will not be difficult.