Jeonpyeongje Reservoir (전평제)

1.7 Km 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.

Pungam Reservoir (풍암저수지)

2.1 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.

Damyang Pan Grill (담양판그릴)

2.8 Km 1 2024-02-13

1 Seomun-daero 627beonan-gil, Nam-gu, Gwangju
070-4150-9192

Damyang Pan Grill is renowned for its unique Damyang-style dwaeji galbi (grilled pork ribs). The restaurant's signature dish, Damyang-style pork ribs, is known for its tender texture, achieved through marinating the ribs in a soy sauce-based seasoning and grilling them on a stone plate. Patrons have the option to customize their meal with various flavors, including maeun cheese galbi (spicy galbi with cheese) and jipbul galbi (straw-grilled galbi), along with a selection of grilled chicken dishes.

Lotte Outlets - Gwangju World Cup Branch (롯데아울렛 광주월드컵점)

2.9 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.

Gwangju World Cup Stadium (광주월드컵경기장)

2.9 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.

Lotte Himart - Gwangju World Cup Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 광주월드컵점)

3.0 Km 0 2024-04-16

240, Geumhwa-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju

-

Lotte Mart - World Cup Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 월드컵점)

3.0 Km 0 2024-04-22

240, Geumhwa-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju

-

Aritaum - Gwangju Jinwol Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아리따움 광주진월점)

3.1 Km 0 2024-04-23

687, Seomun-daero, Nam-gu, Gwangju

-

Himart - Sangmu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 상무점)

4.6 Km 0 2024-04-18

820, Sangmu-daero, Seo-gu, Gwangju

-

Tate Modern (테이트모던)

4.7 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.

Jeonpyeongje Reservoir (전평제) - Area information - Korea travel information