House of Missionary Chamness (선교사챔니스주택)

1,000.0M 2022-09-06

2029, Dalgubeol-daero, Jung-gu, Daegu
+82-53-661-2193

House of Missionary Chamness was the home of American Christian missionary Chamness and his family. It was built in the Western-style and provides a glimpse into the daily life of American missionaries in Korea. The house, a simple building in comparison with the houses of America at the time, is now considered a very important treasure of Korea's modern history. The building has been converted into a small museum using artifacts from the missionaries to bring the past to life.

National Debt Redemption Movement Memorial Park (국채보상운동기념공원)

1.1Km 2021-08-25

670, Gukchaebosang-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu
+82-53-745-6753

Construction on the National Debt Redemption Movement Memorial Park began in March 1998 and was completed in December 1999. The park was established to retain the spirit of the National Debt Redemption Movement that originated in Daegu in 1907 and the 2nd movement in 1997 that was held to help overcome the national economic distress affected by the Asian Financial Crisis of 1997. The park also expanded the green space in the downtown area and offers a place of rest and relaxation to the general public.

Spanning 42,500 square meters in size, the park boasts the Dalgubeol Grand Bell, a bell pavilion, walking trails, and other amenities. The famous Dalgubeol Grand Bell was installed on the park grounds in December 1998 as a representation of harmony and prosperity and to symbolically awaken the people with its pure and clear ringing. In addition the convenient and beautifule amenities, the park also has several memorial plaques engraved with quotes from many significant historical figures who shaped Korea's culture and values.

Keisung Middle School (계성중학교)

1.1Km 2024-11-06

35 Dalseong-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu

The hit song “DITTO” by NewJeans encapsulates a nostalgic old camcorder sentiment in its music video. The place that contributed to this feeling is one of the primary filming locations: Keisung Middle School. It’s a functioning school where students regularly attend, but it’s also renowned for its historical cultural buildings, making it a tourist attraction. Why not go on a NewJeans music video tour at the historically rich Keisung Middle School?

Sanho Jjimgalbi ([백년가게]산호찜갈비)

1.1Km 2023-11-13

9-9 Dongdeok-ro 36-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu
053-422-2523

Jjim galbi (braised galbi) is one of Daegu's top ten items, which visitors can experience at the Dongin-dong Jjim Galbi Street. Among the restaurants here, Sanho Jjim Galbi has appeared on various prodcasts, thanks to their tender meat and tasty, spicy sauce. The restaurant uses only the finest meat from domestic stock, cooked with medicinial herbs in the braising process for a taste that is surpreme.

Bongsan Jjimgalbi (봉산찜갈비)

1.1Km 2017-11-23

9-18, Dongdeok-ro 36-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu
+82-53-425-4203

Jjimgalbi, steamed beef ribs, is a popular Korean dish. What sets Bongsan Jjimgalbi (봉산찜갈비) apart is that the restaurant serves the ribs in nickel-silver bowls that have higher thermal conductivity, which helps to bring out the best flavor and texture in meat. Furthermore, the popularity of Bongsan Jjimgalbi has given rise to other jjimgalbi restaurants on the same street that is now known as Dongin-dong Jjimgalbi Street. Today, jjimgalbi remains a representative local specialty of Daegu, and one of the most popular Korean dishes among international visitors.

Daegu Chilseong Market & Chilseong Night Market (대구 칠성시장&별별상상 칠성야시장)

1.1Km 2023-11-22

28 Chilseongsijang-ro, Buk-gu, Daegu
+82-53-621-1985

Chilseong Market is one of Daegu's largest traditional markets, along with Seomun Market. The market has had a range of names over the years, but was founded as Chilseong Market in 1946 when it became a permanent market open all year round. Shops within the market sell everything from fruits and vegetables to fish, flowers, and household goods, as well as various restaurants.

The Chilseong Night Market has been running since 2019, offering over 60 different foods, arts and crafts, and even performance programs.

Daegu Opera House (대구오페라하우스)

1.1Km 2021-11-09

15, Hoam-ro, Buk-gu, Daegu
+82-53-666-6000

Daegu Opera House is the first municipal opera house that opened in Korea. It is equipped with high-tech audio and lighting system, a revolving stage and an audience seats arranged in a horseshoe shape. The exterior of building is also quite exquisite, with a curvy glass roof designed to resemble a grand piano. The opera house holds a wide range of programs that are entertaining and affordable. There are also special performances for international visitors to ensure all who spend a night out at the opera have an enjoyable evening.

Daegu Seomun Market & Seomun Night Market (대구 서문시장 & 서문시장 야시장)

1.2Km 2024-07-31

45 Keunjang-ro 26-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu
+82-53-256-6341

Seomun Market opened in its current location in the 1920s after reclaiming the Cheonhwangdangji Reservoir, but it has a much longer history. In the Joseon dynasty, Seomun Market was one of three major markets in the nation. It was called Seomun Market because it was located on the west side of the Daegu Fortress. Despite relocating, the alleyways of the original market still feature names of the items available there, such as Hongdukkae Pancake and Chicken Pancake Alley. Textile-related goods are the main products available now, but they also offer a little bit of everything else, including silk goods, dry goods, undershirts, crafts, dishes, clothes, and dried seafood.

Daegu Citizen Stadium (대구시민운동장)

1.2Km 2021-06-11

12-1, Goseong-ro 35-gil, Buk-gu, Daegu
+82-53-606-8200

The Daegu Citizen Stadium was established on April 20, 1948. It features a main stadium, a baseball stadium, a ssireum (Korean wrestling) stadium, tennis courts, and much more. Since its expansion in 1975, the Daegu Citizen Stadium hosted several soccer matches during the 1986 Asian Games and the 1988 Summer Olympics.

Bongsan Cultural Center (봉산문화회관)

1.2Km 2022-12-26

77, Bongsanmunhwa-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu
+82-53-661-3500

Bongsan Cultural Center is a comprehensive culture and arts complex located on Bongsan Culture Street in downtown Daegu. The center serves to provide cultural entertainment to the community as well as contribute to the development of traditional culture and local art. The center also provides opportunities for the public to participate in well-being recreational activities and acquire life-long education related to culture and arts.

The center has five modern exhibition halls (Exhibition Hall No. 1-4 and Art Space) and two performance halls (Gaon Hall with 442 seats and Space Raon with 90 seats). As the center is located near Banwoldang Station (Daegu Subway Line 1), it is easily accessible by public transportation.

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