Daegu Modern History Streets (Tour of Modern Streets) (대구 근대골목(근대로의 여행))

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66, Gukchaebosang-ro 102-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu
+82-53-661-3327

Daegu Modern History Streets is an experiential tour that brings the participants across Daegu’s alleyways and living history. During the Korean War, Daegu was much less damaged than other regions. Because of that, the city retains the changes in lifestyles before and after the war relatively well.
There are 13 courses in total, run by regional self-governance groups in Daegu, defined according to different themes and areas. The most popular among them is Course 2, the Modern Cultural Street, which takes visitors on a tour of major sites associated with Daegu’s modernity. Follow the retro aesthetics and the history of Daegu and Korea along places like Kyesan Catholic Church, Jeil Church, old houses, and the former Chinese Elementary School.
Note that multilingual tours are offered to international visitors in English, Japanese, and Chinese, in regular tours (14:00 every Saturday) and on-demand tours (available for groups of more than 5). Reservations are offered on the official website.

Gyeongsanggamnyeong Park (경상감영공원)

3.7730262170838915m 15204 2018-08-07

99, Gyeongsanggamyeong-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu
+82-53-254-9404

Located in central Daegu, Gyeongsanggamyeong Park was built during the 34th year of King Seonjo of the Joseon Dynasty (1601) and was the original location of Gyeongsanggamyeong (1910), the office of the Gyeongsangbuk-do governor. In 1965 the provincial office was moved to another location and the park opened its doors to the public under the name of Central Park. The park was renamed again in 1997 and has been known as Gyeongsanggamyeong Park ever since.

Many cultural and historical heritages are located in the park including the Seonhwa-dang building where the governor worked (Daegu Tangible Cultural Property No.1); the Jungcheong-gak building that was one of the governor’s residences (Daegu Tangible Cultural Property No.2); and Seonjeong-bi gravestone where governor’s achievements are engraved. Seonhwa-dang building in particular has historical significance since it is one of the few remaining government buildings.

The park is well loved by citizens for its green forest, beautiful flowers, well-developed grass plaza, scenic fountain area, and its comfortable walking paths.

Daegu Modern History Museum (대구근대역사관)

107.93882656736265m 13334 2021-07-20

67, Gyeongsanggamyeong-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu
+82-53-606-6430

Located in Pojeong-dong, Jung-gu, Daegu, the Daegu Modern History Museum was officially opened on January 24, 2011. The museum is housed in a building that is rich in history. First built by Japan in 1932 as a bank, the building was once a symbol of repression and exploitation during the Japanese colonial rule. Today, the building stands proudly as an educational site and bears the title of ‘Cultural Property No. 49’ in recognition of its historical and cultural significance.

The two-story museum (1,971 square meters) houses a permanent exhibition (1F), featured exhibition (2F), and a hands-on exhibition room and classroom for diverse cultural activities and lectures. The history exhibition features the lifestyle of Daegu citizens, local customs, and education of the late 19th century and the early 20th century.

Myeongsidang [Tax Refund Shop] (명시당)

121.52280724866324m 0 2024-04-23

1F, 10, Hoenamu-ro 42-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Seobong Shoes [Tax Refund Shop] (서봉제화)

123.66203640638258m 0 2024-04-19

91, Seoseong-ro 14-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu

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Moda Collection [Tax Refund Shop] (모다콜렉션)

123.66203640638258m 0 2024-04-27

91, Seoseong-ro 14-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu

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Seobong Shoes [Tax Refund Shop] (서봉제화)

123.66203640638258m 0 2024-04-22

91, Seoseong-ro 14-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu

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Pije [Tax Refund Shop] (피제)

128.30787556057135m 0 2024-04-27

47, Gyeongsanggamyeong 1-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu

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Daegu Goods - Daegu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (대구굿즈 대구)

129.39090480940425m 0 2024-04-19

1F, 69, Seoseong-ro 14-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu

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Gugil Ttarogukbap (국일따로국밥)

133.14317362668783m 11971 2020-05-04

571, Gukchaebosang-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu
+82-53-253-7623

Unlike traditional gukbap (rice soup), the rice and the soup in Ttarogukbap are served separately. It is a speciality in Daegu, and the main dish served at Gugil Ttarogukbap. The restaurant makes the broth with beef bones, and adds spices, meat and coagulated ox blood to complete the rich and flavorful soup. Meanwhile, the restaurant was designated as a site of master craftsmanship by the Korean Traditional Culture Preservation Committee, as well as an authentic local speciality restaurant in Daegu.

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