0m 6884 2021-04-29
9, Jeonpyeong-gil, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-365-4114
Jeonpyeongje Reservoir was built in 1943 to supply water for agricultural purposes to farms in the Maewol-dong and Byeokjin-dong regions as well as to prevent both floods and droughts. Starting in 1999, the reservoir was changed to a rest area, with a wooden deck crossing the reservoir to the man-made island in the middle. The area now serves as a waterside relaxation and eco-exploration space for family visitors.
2.3 Km 10140 2020-06-05
71-3, Woldeukeopseo-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-365-4114
Pungam Reservoir was originally built in 1956 for agriculture, but was turned into a park in 1999 as part of the pilot program for developing parks nationwide. It is a popular resting area featuring traditional pavilions and wooden bridges.
3.0 Km 5897 2020-05-20
240, Geumhwa-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-606-2500
Lotte Outlets - Gwangju Worldcup Branch is the first Lotte shopping outlet to provide famous local fashion brands at a lower price. It is connected to Lotte Mart - Worldcup Branch, so one can shop for both fashion and groceries at the same time. There are sports facilities near the store, including Gwangju World Cup Stadium and a swimming pool.
3.1 Km 12343 2021-06-11
240, Geumhwa-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-604-2002
Gwangju World Cup Stadium is a major symbol of Gwangju. Designed to reflect the notion of ‘spreading far and wide’ the exterior is shaped like spokes of a wheel. When lit up, the stadium looks like a glowing dome. The ceiling and large ‘Y’-shaped pillars resemble a ‘Go,’ an instrument used in a traditional game from Gwangju, Gossaumnori. These architectural features were designed to capture and reflect the traditional aspects of Gwangju. The soccer stadium can accommodate up to 40,000 people at once and has many subsidiary facilities, including media center, athlete waiting room, medical care facilities, and more.
3.1 Km 0 2024-04-16
240, Geumhwa-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
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240, Geumhwa-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
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3.2 Km 0 2024-02-14
377 Seochangduk-gil, Seo-gu, Gwangju
The Yeongsangang River Bike Road, stretching 133 kilometers along the Yeongsangang River in Gwangju, offers a scenic route. It winds past notable landmarks including the Seungchonbo Reservoir, Najudaegyo Bridge, Yeongsanpo Port, Hwangpo sailboat, Natural Dyeing Culture Center, and Naru Village. Along the path, riders can enjoy five of the most picturesque spots in Yeongsan. The starting point of the route, the Yeongsangang River Bike Road Information Center, provides free bicycle rentals and bike safety training.
3.2 Km 2151 2023-11-22
377 Seochangduk-gil, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-350-4792
Gwangju Seochang Silver Grass Festival takes place along the themed walking paths next to Yeongsangang River with a range of walking programs and photo spots.
3.3 Km 0 2024-02-14
24 Sangmu-daero 673beon-gil, Seo-gu, Gwangju
Tate Modern, which opened in 2018 as a dining café in the Sangmu District of Gwangju, is known for its signature dish, the Nongbu Salad (chicken breast salad). This dish is both filling and healthy, catering to health-conscious diners. In addition to salads, the café offers a variety of other options including brunch, pasta, steak, and an assortment of diverse dishes. Due to its popularity, reservations are required for seating, especially on weekends.
3.6 Km 0 2022-10-14
30, Sangmunuri-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
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The World Human Rights Cities Forum (WHRCF) is held as an annual event in Gwangju, Republic of Korea, to realize the vision of becoming a human rights city since 2011. The Forum has become a gathering place to share the spirit of justice and community, the same values under which the citizens of Gwangju resisted the ruthless oppression of the then-military regime in May 1980. Within the WHRCF participants exchange experiences on challenges and achieved success in human rights especially at the local level while expanding their own scope of understanding. Now, the Forum has become a major human rights event and distinctive platform for sharing and networking amongst human rights cities, human rights organizations, activists, and miscellaneous stakeholders in the area of human rights. (Source: World Human Rights Cities Forum website)