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Mugaksa Temple (무각사)

0m    9314     2021-09-10

230, Uncheon-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-383-0108

Nestled at the foot of Yeouisan Mountain in the business center of Gwangju, Mugaksa Temple is an urban Buddhist Temple. Unlike other urban Buddhist Temples, Mugaksa Temple has all the elements of a traditional temple. The temple is used as a cultural resting area and artistic spot for meetings without any religious barrier. The temple is also the starting point of the 2 kilometer walking trail to the 5.18 Memorial Park, leading to a constant flow of visitors.

Olive Young - Gwangju Sicheongro Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 광주시청로)

Olive Young - Gwangju Sicheongro Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 광주시청로)

213.1973339425582m    0     2024-04-18

21-9, Sicheong-ro 60beon-gil, Seo-gu, Gwangju

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Hotel The May [Korea Quality] / 호텔5월 [한국관광 품질인증]

Hotel The May [Korea Quality] / 호텔5월 [한국관광 품질인증]

303.5835022208915m    6416     2019-12-09

51, Sangmubeonyeong-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-676-5000

The 7-story, 36-room Hotel The May is located in Sangmu District, Seo-gu, Gwangju. There are three types of rooms: Superior Twin Room, Deluxe Double Room, and Business Double Room. Designed to serve as a boutique business hotel, it's a good place to stay for business travelers as well as tourists. The hotel has seminar and conference rooms on the 7th floor, each furnished with desk, fax, computer, and beam projector. Free breakfast is served in the cafeteria on the 2nd floor, with microwave oven and electric cooktop for the guests to use at any time. Nearby tourist destinations include the May 18 Memorial Park, Sangmu Sculpture Park, and Kim Daejung Convention Center. Gwangju Airport, Gwangju Songjeong Station, and Gwangju Bus Terminal are also nearby for those coming from other cities or countries. In the vicinity of the hotel is Uncheon Station for those using public transportation to get to the downtown area.

Lotte Himart - Sangmu Lotte Mart Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 상무롯데마트점)

Lotte Himart - Sangmu Lotte Mart Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 상무롯데마트점)

355.44034398734857m    0     2024-04-18

40, Sicheong-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju

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Jonggajip Seolleongtang (종가집설렁탕)

Jonggajip Seolleongtang (종가집설렁탕)

495.84866983286474m    7724     2019-09-02

10, Sicheong-ro 20beon-gil, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-374-0015

Jonggajip Seolleongtang is the first traditional Seoul-style seolleongtang restaurant in Gwangju. All the dishes are made of 100% pure beef bone stock and top quality ingredients for the best taste and nutrition.

Hotel Central (센트럴관광호텔)

Hotel Central (센트럴관광호텔)

498.6410153292696m    4960     2020-04-17

68, Sangmuyeonha-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-383-7575

Hotel Central is an affordable tourist hotel located in the city center of Gwangju. The hotel aims to meet every need of today's modern travelers, from high-speed internet to safety and comfort.

Tourist Hotel Masters (마스터스관광호텔)

Tourist Hotel Masters (마스터스관광호텔)

516.5833648530304m    9664     2020-07-08

46, Sangmuyeonha-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-382-7700

Tourist Hotel Masters, located in Gwangju, offers modern facilities, quality customer service, and modern guestrooms with an array of design concepts. For the convenience of guests, the hotel provides a comfortable business center in the lobby and offers traditionally brewed German beer and live music at “Munchen Brauhaus.” There is also a coffee shop from which you can take in the scenic view of Gwangju while slowly sipping your drink.

Ramada Plaza Gwangju (라마다프라자 광주호텔)

Ramada Plaza Gwangju (라마다프라자 광주호텔)

520.9393827943745m    11548     2021-06-01

149, Sangmujayu-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-717-7000

Ramada Plaza Gwangju, opened in October 2008, was thoroughly assessed by the famous Wyndham Hotel Group (USA) and received much praise for its luxurious design and wide variety of amenities. As a result of the assessment, the hotel was awarded the title of “Plaza,” a prestigious rank given only to the highest grade of Ramada hotels. Ramada Plaza Gwangju takes pride in being the only premium first class hotel in Gwangju and boasts a staff of recognized experts in their respective fields, providing world-class service to the guests.

The hotel structure and interior of the guestrooms were designed by the Australian company ISM Design Co. while the designs for the lobby and sky lounge were undertaken by the famous Japanese interior design company Super Potato. Ramada Plaza Gwangju is famous not just as a high-quality hotel, but also as a popular multicultural complex.

May 18th National Cemetery (5·18 기념공원)

May 18th National Cemetery (5·18 기념공원)

525.7434572850402m    31955     2024-02-29

152 Naebang-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-376-5197

May 18th National Cemetery is a park established to commemorate the democratization movement that took place in Gwangju in May 18th, 1980. The park features facilities such as the May 18th Memorial Culture Center, Daedong Plaza, Gwangju Student Movement Memorial Tower, memorial spaces, and the Oweol Pavilion. It serves as a meaningful space for reflecting on the history of Korean democracy and honoring the sacrificial spirit of the martyrs who lost their lives during the democratization movement.

Dubai hotel [Korea Quality] / 두바이호텔 [한국관광 품질인증]

Dubai hotel [Korea Quality] / 두바이호텔 [한국관광 품질인증]

605.3663129151834m    271     2020-09-09

47, Sangmubeonyeong-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-10-5094-1400

Gwangju Dubai Hotel opened in September 2016. The 13-story building houses 85 rooms of different types such as double, twin rooms, and suites. In all rooms, double beds are king-sized and bathrooms are equipped with a whirlpool bathtub. Each room is decorated uniquely so that visitors can look forward to something new every time they visit. The overall bright and light interior design in white, and the luxurious chandelier and indirect lighting, take the elegance of the hotel to the next level. Valet parking and breakfast are provided without charge; breakfast, which is American buffet with Korean dishes, is served from 7:30 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. All staff members of Dubai Hotel put cleanness and friendliness first to keep the place pleasant and comfortable. From the hotel, it takes about 10 minutes by car to Gwangju Airport; 15 minutes to KTX/SRT Gwangju Songjeong Station; and 10 minutes to U-Square Gwangju Bus Terminal. Kim Daejung Convention Center and 5·18 Memorial Park are close, and Gwangju City Hall is within walking distance. Trips to nearby regions such as Mokpo, Naju, Muan, and Hampyeong are also easy.