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A tour in the rainbow-colored villages in Busan

Jangnim Port, Huinnyeoul Culture Village, Gamcheon Culture Village, and Choryang Ibagu-gil Road

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Take your life’s best shot in the rainbow-colored, beautiful Busan. Visit the colorful and picturesque landscape!

Jangnim Port

Jangnim Port is a popular destination among a lot of young people and photographers because of its exotic landscape. They feel like they are in the water city, Venice. That is why it is referred to as “Bunezia,” or “Busan’s Venezia (Venice).”

Located in Saha-gu, Busan, Jangnim Port was once well-known for the production of salt, laver, and marsh clams. At present, it is a peaceful port where small boats are anchored, and it is also operated as a cultural complex after maintenance work around the areas. A row of small rainbow-colored buildings is a landmark here. These colorful pretty buildings are actually used as warehouses where fishermen keep their fishing gear. You can take unique pictures and play with different color sensitivity against the backdrop of each colorful structure.

Huinnyeoul Culture Village

Huinnyeoul Culture Village, also called the “Santorini of Korea,” is aligned with a coastal cliff, thus boasting of a fantastic view in harmony with the ocean. This used to be a shelter for refugees who had to leave their homes during the Korean War, but now, it is an art and cultural village that people want to visit.

The white and blue colors represent Huinnyeoul Culture Village. The Jeoryeong Coastal Trail features the contrast between the sky-blue tiled floor and the long white wall surrounding the village. In addition to white and blue colors, other colors also comprise Huinnyeoul Culture Village. The beautiful colors permeate the stairs connecting the village and the coastal walkway, showing the characteristics of each stairway. Colorful neon signs also await travelers even in the Huinnyeoul Coastal Tunnel. Why not explore the romantic village while listening to the refreshing sound of the waves?

Gamcheon Culture Village

Gamcheon Culture Village, also known as the “Machu Picchu of Korea,” features a unique landscape: tiers of houses clinging to the slopes and alleyways tangled like a maze. Moreover, this village used to be a place where refugees resided after the Korean War. At present, it is a venue where history, culture, and art coexist in harmony.

Upon entering Gamcheon Culture Village, you’ll feel like you are in a colorful fairy tale. You won’t help but be fascinated with the colorful sculptures and murals with brilliant concepts throughout the village.
The tiers of houses on the hillsides boast of a variety of colors, stretching out like a picture. The Little Prince statue perched high quietly protects the villagers who have unshakably endured tough lives after surviving a trial by war.

Choryang Ibagu-gil Road

The Choryang Ibagu-gil Road has 168 Stairs, whose height is equivalent to a six-story building. It is a widely well-known filming location used for many Korean entertainment programs. You can listen to the intact stories of modern and contemporary Korean history along the stairway.

It used to be a steep hillside but was transformed into 168 Stairs after the development project. At present, a monorail is in operation aligned with the stairway for the convenience of the residents and visitors. The cute red monorail mingling with the rainbow-colored wall before the platform attracts the public gaze. While climbing up the hill on the monorail, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the city.
Each step of 168 Stairs is decorated with colorful mosaic tile paintings. The different rainbow colors on every staircase and wall fill the hearts of travelers with romantic sentiments.

Come and enjoy the rainbow colors of Busan!