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Suseong Artpia (수성아트피아)

Suseong Artpia (수성아트피아)

8.7Km    2025-01-13

180, Muhak-ro, Suseong-gu, Daegu

Suseong Artpia, opened in May 2007, is a major art center in Daegu. It has specialized, independent spaces for housing performances, exhibitions, and art camps. The art center’s facade was designed to resemble a crane flying away with its wings stretched out in order to promote the image of Muhaksan Mountain (named as such because its shape is reminiscent of a flying crane or hak), the mountain on which the center is located. When viewed from the sides however, the center is shaped like a ship, as it was once the site of a large pond. With such an impressive exterior further highlighted by impressive lighting at night, water fountains, and landscaping, Suseong Artpia has become a rising attraction of Daegu. The center is equipped with a mega concert hall that can accommodate diverse genres of performing arts such as an opera, musical, ballet, theater, dance, music concert, and more.

Daegu Apsan Park (대구앞산공원)

Daegu Apsan Park (대구앞산공원)

8.9Km    2024-03-15

574-87 Apsansunhwan-ro, Nam-gu, Daegu

Daegu Apsan Park, as its name suggests, is a mountain park located in front of Daegu. It is a natural park where visitors can take a cable car to the summit observation deck and enjoy a panoramic view of the cityscape below. The park features numerous valleys, springs, as well as landmarks such as the Nakdong River Victory Memorial Hall, Chunghontap tower, youth training center, archery range, riding facilities, children's playground, library, museum, and botanical garden.

Nakdong River Victory Memorial Hall (낙동강승전기념관)

Nakdong River Victory Memorial Hall (낙동강승전기념관)

9.1Km    2025-01-14

574-110, Apsansunhwan-ro, Nam-gu, Daegu

Nakdonggang River is a winding river that is filled with great strength to protect the people, representing the wisdom and deep meaning for the country's reunification. Thanks to its geographical advantage, it provided a good distance of ceasefire line between Korean soldiers and their enemies during the Korean War, reducing casualties.

Opened on June 25, 1979, Nakdong Victory Memorial Hall was built in memory of the victory at the Nakdonggang defense line which was the last fortification to protect the country during the Korean War. The memorial hall was built with private donations from the residents of Daegu and Gyeongbuk province. In particular, postwar generations, especially the young generation people who did not experience the Korean War, can learn about the history from here.

Apsan Christmas Festival (앞산크리스마스축제)

Apsan Christmas Festival (앞산크리스마스축제)

9.3Km    2025-11-25

365 Apsansunhwan-ro, Nam-gu, Daegu
+82-53-664-2172

The Apsan Christmas Festival offers a dreamy and spectacular light show in the city. Visitors can also enjoy the beautiful sunset and stunning night views from the observatory at the festival venue.

Apsan Mountain Haeneomi Observatory (앞산 해넘이전망대)

Apsan Mountain Haeneomi Observatory (앞산 해넘이전망대)

9.3Km    2023-08-28

Daemyeong-dong, Nam-gu, Daegu

Apsan Mountain Haeneomi Observatory, where you can see the scenery of Daegu along with the sunset, is located in Apsan Ppallaeteo Park in Nam-gu. Incorporating the history and symbolism of Apsan Ppallaeteo Park, the observatory's design embodies laundry wring. The ramp leading to the observatory is perfect for walking as you can see the panoramic view of Apsan Mountain and the surrounding landscape.

Apsan Cable Car (Apsan Observatory) (앞산 케이블카(앞산 전망대))

Apsan Cable Car (Apsan Observatory) (앞산 케이블카(앞산 전망대))

9.5Km    2025-10-23

574-114 Apsansunhwan-ro, Nam-gu, Daegu

Apsan Observatory, located in Nam-gu, is a famous tourist attraction in Daegu that offers a panoramic view of the city. Apsan Observatory's architecture has been praised for combining the city, nature, history, and future. Besides being a tourist attraction, it also serves as a place where Daegu citizens learn about their city.

◎ Travel information to meet Hallyu’s charm - TV series"What's Wrong with Secretary Kim"
When the news of their romance is made public to the rest of the company, Young-joon takes Mi-so out to this observatory to help her recover. The view from the observatory was enough to cheer Mi-so up right away. Apsan Café Street is located nearby, so it is a popular date spot for lovers.

Puruncha Tea Culture Research (사단법인 푸른차문화연구원)

Puruncha Tea Culture Research (사단법인 푸른차문화연구원)

9.8Km    2024-04-23

41 Universiad-ro 11-gil, Suseong-gu, Daegu

Puruncha Tea Culture Research opened in 1996 to promote Korea's traditional culture and etiquette through tea ceremonies and other programs related to tea. The center uses 100% Korean tea in all programs, supporting local farmers and the local economy.

Daegu Art Museum (대구미술관)

10.4Km    2025-01-13

40, Misulgwan-ro, Suseong-gu, Daegu

Daegu Art Museum is a municipal museum supported by the Daegu Municipal Government. The museum holds exhibitions to promote Daegu's art advancement through the study of the art's historical value. The museum also has planned exhibitions introducing the social and artistic issues of the times and the leading trends in the art scene through domestic and overseas exchanges.

Diverse performances and events such as academic programs and lectures with famous professors are offered to children, teens and citizens of all ages. The Art Information Center on the third floor within the museum library is where visitors can read art-related books or rest at the lounge.

Grand opening: May 26, 2011

Daegu Stadium (대구스타디움)

11.0Km    2022-06-30

180, Universiad-ro, Suseong-gu, Daegu

Daegu Stadium is a sports stadium located in Daeheung-dong, Suseong-gu in Daegu. Construction of the stadium began on July 28, 1997 and was completed on May 20, 2001. Its roof is designed to resemble a globe, incorporating the beautiful curves found in the roofs of traditional Korean houses.

The stadium seats approximately 66,000 people and is suitable for hosting large-scale international sports games and 74% of the seats are protected by a Teflon-coated overhang. The 47,407 square meter stadium has three stories below ground and three above ground floors and is built on a 512,479 square meters of land just 9 kilometers southeast of the city’s downtown area.

Stadium facilities include a gymnasium, baseball field, indoor ice rink, horseback riding track, tennis court, fitness center, shooting range, archery range, skateboard park, and an indoor jogging course. There are smaller buildings for taekwondo, judo, and rock climbing.

Daegu Stadium has hosted a number of 2002 FIFA World Cup matches; Senegal vs. Denmark (June 6), Slovenia vs. South Africa (June 8), Korea vs. U.S.A. (June 10) and Korea vs. Republic of Turkiye (June 29).

Buinsa Temple (Daegu) (부인사(대구))

Buinsa Temple (Daegu) (부인사(대구))

11.2Km    2024-02-23

967-28 Palgongsan-ro, Dong-gu, Daegu

Buinsa Temple is a temple nestled on the southern slopes of Palgongsan Mountain, with a deep historical connection to Queen Seondeok of Silla (580–647). The temple is renowned for preserving the woodblocks of the First Tripitaka Koreana, a collection of Buddhist scriptures carved in the 11th century. The current Buinsa Temple encompasses significant structures, including Daeungjeon Hall, Queen Seondeok's Memorial Hall, and Samseonggak Shrine. Visitors have the opportunity to appreciate the scenic beauty of nature while exploring the cultural and architectural heritage from the Silla and Goryeo periods.