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Kangkangee Arts Village where history lives on
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2 Ships are packed in the lighters wharf across the Jagalchi Market beyond the Yeongdo Bridge. This is where the legendary mecca of fixing ships, the Kangkangee Arts Village, is located. The word “kangkangee” comes from the sound of a hammer hitting the surface of the ship to strip away old and rusty paint or shells at the shipyard. From the days when the ceaseless sound of fixing ships was heard, Daepyeong-dong was called Kangkangee Arts Village.
If you think that the workers making the sounds of fixing ships are men, you are mistaken. The workers who relied on a single rope to fix ships for a long time are the married women of Daepyeong-dong. They are women of steel who endured the hard work at the shipyard while suffering from the noise and ringing in the ears to provide a better future for their children.
History of Busan and the history of Korea
16,623 3 2 The museum named after Busan.
The Busan Museum represents Busan and embodies the history of the Republic of Korea.
Since its opening in November 1978, the Busan Museum has served not only as a place for Busan citizens to rest but also as a large-scale exhibition hall that covers the entire history of Busan from the Paleolithic Age to the modern times through the Goryeo Dynasty and the Joseon Dynasty.
KidZania, a space for children who are the mirror of the future
16,593 3 3 “What do kids know?”
This is what adults often say, but it is different when it comes to this space.
Here, they can do anything and become anyone.
KidZania is Busan’s unique place that gives kids special memories in their lives and allows them to do role-play activities.
16,575 1 4 Haeparang Trail, spaning 770 km from Oryukdo Sunrise Park in Busan to Goseong Unification Observatory in Gangwon-do, consists of 10 sections and 50 destinations. Meanwhile, the Haeparang Trail Busan Section called Buparang Trail comprises three sections. Let’s set off for Buparang Traill, which runs from Oryukdo Islets to Haeundae, from Mipo to Daebyeonhang Port in Gijang, and from Daebyeonhang Port to Imnang Beach.
Haeparang Trail Busan Section
Course 1(17.8 km / 6 hr) Oryukdo Sunrise Park - Igidae Coastal Trail - Gwangalli Beach - Dongbaek Coastal Trail - Mipo Port
Course 2(16.3 km / 5 hr) Mipo Port - Dalmajigil Road - Moontan Road - Cheongsapo Port - Songjeong Beach - Haedong Yonggungsa Temple - Daebyeonhang Port
Course 3(16.9 km / 6 hr) Daebyeonhang Port - Ilgwang Beach - Chiramhang Port - Imnang Beach
Gadeokdo Island offers the joy of exploration!
16,418 3 5 A picturesque, blue sea, a wonderful natural landscape, but brings back memories of war
It’s Gadeokdo Island!
Gadeokdo Island is located where the Nakdonggang River runs into the South Sea of Korea. It is known for its beautiful sunset and wonderful scenery along with the magnificent Geogadaegyo Bridge.
People say that you can see as much as you know. Today, you will discover the hidden tragic story of Gadeokdo Island with the background of beautiful nature.
A path where the sky and the sea meet, Yeondaebong Peak on Gadeokdo Island!
16,409 5 6 Gadeokdo Island, whose name came from its abundance of bonnet bellflower roots called deodeok, is the largest island in Busan. However, it is also a strange place for some people because it is located at the west end of Busan, and is said to have been inhabited since the New Stone Age. Historically, it had a long ill-fated relationship with Japan from the Japanese invasion of Korea to the Japanese occupation. In addition, Yeondaebong Peak, the highest point of the island, has firmly embraced its heartbreaking history until today.
Have you heard about Somak Village?
16,380 2 3 The world is changing rapidly, but it isn’t true of this place; it’s as if time stood still. Tightly packed, shabby back-to-back houses, and alleys in between through which only one or two adults can manage to pass. This unusual landscape arouses retro-sensibility, but you won’t be soaked in the sentiment when you learn about its history. Let’s take a look at Somak Village in Uam-dong.
Munhwa Gonggam Sujeong and Choryang 1941, where old stories remain
16,354 3 3 Dong-gu is a town where the seed of Busan’s modern and contemporary history has spread and blossomed into stories. If you follow the trail that embodies the stories, you will reach Munhwa Gonggam Sujeong.
Munhwa Gonggam Sujeong was originally called Jeongnangak House . The building was built in 1943, during the Japanese occupation, following the traditional Japanese housing style. Thanks to its unique charm, this space has been used as the setting for many films such as the Nameless Gangster: Rules of the Time and General’s Son as well as music videos, including IU’s “Night Letter.”
Top 3 Hanok Cafes to Enjoy in Busan
16,251 13 18 Busan is becoming a new mecca of coffee with cafes of various styles and tastes. Since there are so many hip cafes, quiet and relaxing cafes, and extra-large cafes in the city, choosing which one to go can be a challenge.
Among them are those with a theme of hanok. Hanoks, or Korean traditional houses, are known to lend an air of tranquility and relaxation. I have recently visited a number of cafes with a hanok interior, and found them to be an excellent place of relaxation.
Abalone rice porridge that delivers Gijang Ocean’s rich flavors into your mouth
16,249 2 1 Abalone rice porridge is one of the most familiar dishes among Korean people. Despite its popularity, the authentic dish—made with abalone intestine, making it green and slightly bitter—is not easy to find. Korean porridge restaurants usually serve the white porridge lacking abalone intestine because the ingredient is easily perishable, requiring a location near the ocean for immediate cooking of fresh abalones.
Enjoy Busan’s taste on the road
16,072 6 5 Enjoying local food is the best part of a trip. Busan, a city for gourmets, is known for its diverse food with a lot of history and tradition. Its street food is also popular among tourists.
Cheap and delicious street food you can only taste in Busan.
Try Busan’s street food for your unforgettable food tour.
16,044 2 2 One of Busan’s greatest charms is the combination of the sea, mountains, and rivers. With its various natural environments, Busan offers diverse sunset landscapes depending on sunset points.
How to Get the Best out of Haeundae
15,960 0 1 Some people say that it’s the sea’s job to create waves. However, what matters is that we’re able to wipe all our worries away just by watching the sea work its magic. Unlike summer, the winter sea exemplifies tranquility and respite by itself. People, who once filled the shores last summer have disappeared like the ebbing tide. The days of the hustle and bustle are gone, and the beach has now reclaimed its serenity. This is the best time to enjoy the charms of the sea to the fullest.
Travel Busan by Busan Metro Line 1
15,874 0 2 Busan Metro Line 1 is the first subway line in Busan, thus passing through major tourist attractions and downtown areas. Let’s take a subway tour (Busan Metro Line 1) with a one-day pass to visit some interesting venues.
Recommended Route Beomeosa Temple (Beomeosa Station) - Busan Citizens Park (Bujeon Station) - Seomyeon area (Seomyeon Station) - Forty Stairs (Jungang Station) - Yongdusan Park (Nampo Station) - Gamcheon Culture Village (Toseong Station) - Dadaepo Beach (Dadaepo Beach Station)
Discover the Dramatic History of Choryang
15,860 0 0 Ah, Busan! There are so many things to see, so many places to visit. When in doubt, start off from the gateway to Busan at Busan Station. Walking outside the station and crossing the street brings you to Busan Chinatown and Texas Street. Just a short walk away lies Choryang Ibagu-gil, the living, breathing monument to the modern history of Busan and Korea. Like the story of Ariadne and the Labyrinth, Choryang Ibagu-gil leads the travelers into the mazes of the shantytown, into the past of the city.
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