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Johyun Gallery (조현화랑)

Johyun Gallery (조현화랑)

4.9Km    2021-06-01

171, Dalmaji-gil 65beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-747-8853

Johyun Gallery started as "Gallery World" in 1990 at Gwangan-ri Art Town in Busan by Jo Hyun. After that, the gallery moved to in front of Haeundae Paradise Hotel in 1999 and then it was rebuilt on Dalmaji-gil Hill near Haeundae Beach in June 2007.

The gallery operates exhibition halls on the first and second floor of the building, as well as an art shop at Busan Museum of Art on the first floor. It also has a branch in Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. This gallery focuses on expanding the world of art by working with international artists.

Dalmaji Road (해운대 달맞이길)

Dalmaji Road (해운대 달맞이길)

5.2Km    2024-03-06

190, Dalmaji-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-749-5700

Dalmaji Road refers to the pass that connects Haeundae Beach with Songjeong Beach over Wausan Mountain. It is an 8 km-long coastal road lined with cherry and pine trees, offering a beautiful coast view and a perfect place for seaside drives. The summit of the pass has the Dalmaji Hill and the Haewoljeong Pavilion, which overlook the view of the Cheongsa Port and the sea. The road also has many cafés, restaurants, and galleries. The "moonrise at the Dalmaji Road" is not to be missed.

Nambusan Church (남부산교회)

Nambusan Church (남부산교회)

5.2Km    2025-10-29

300 Jinnam-ro, Busanjin-gu, Busan

The movie <Broker> - A meaningful place with a baby box
It is the location where the church scene with the baby box was filmed, and is impressive enough to be the starting point of the story. The name in the play was Busan Family Church. It shows the hilly terrain of Busan well, and the exterior with more than 40 years of history matches the mood of the movie. If you walk down the road, you can see the murals that appeared in the film and the friendly townscape.

Jeonpo Samgeori (전포 삼거리)

Jeonpo Samgeori (전포 삼거리)

5.3Km    2025-10-29

320 Jinnam-ro, Busanjin-gu, Busan

The movie <Broker> - The bus stop where IU was standing
In the trailer, the bus stop where singer and actress IU stood with a depressed look is the Jeonpo Samgeori bus stop. Right in front of the bus stop, there are two public phone booths where she used to call the police. Red bricks, faded murals, slanted electric poles, and narrow sidewalks make it a photo spot as it is undecorated.

UN Sculpture Park (UN조각공원)

5.3Km    2023-04-04

Daeyeong-dong, Nam-gu, Busan
+82-51-607-4541

UN Sculpture Park is located next to the UN Memorial Cemetery where the souls of UN soldiers who served in the Korean War rest in peace. The sculpture park exhibits 34 pieces of artworks created and donated by sculptors from 21 nations who provided support in the Korean War. These sculptures were created as a part of UN Memorial Park International Sculpture Symposium (September 15-30, 2000) that commemorated the 50th anniversary of the outbreak of the Korean War in honor of those who fought in the war. The UN Sculpture Park had its opening ceremony on October 24, 2001.

 

Busan Lotus Lantern Festival (부산연등축제)

Busan Lotus Lantern Festival (부산연등축제)

5.4Km    2025-04-09

121-1 Dongseong-ro 112beon-gil, Busanjin-gu, Busan
+82-51-867-0501

The Busan Lotus Lantern Festival is an annual tradition that provides visitors with an opportunity to experience Buddhist culture through the many activities offered. To celebrate Buddha's birthday, splendid lotus lanterns in different shapes and sizes are on display. The main events are the Grand Buddhist Ceremony and the Lotus Lantern Parade, both of which attract a lot of spectators regardless of their personal religous beliefs.

UN Memorial Cemetery (재한유엔기념공원 (UN기념공원))

UN Memorial Cemetery (재한유엔기념공원 (UN기념공원))

5.5Km    2024-03-06

93 UN pyeonghwa-ro, Nam-gu, Busan
+82-51-625-0625

UN Memorial Cemetery in Korea stands as the sole UN cemetery globally, established by the UN Command in 1951 to inter fallen soldiers from the Korean War. Initially accommodating around 11,000 individuals, it later saw the repatriation of many, with 2,300 remains laid to rest. Soldiers from 11 nations, including the United States and the United Kingdom, find their final resting place here. The site features Memorial Service Hall, Memorabilia Hall, Wall of Remembrance, UN Forces Monument, and Unknown Soldier's Pathway.

Dongnaeeupseong History Festival (동래읍성역사축제)

Dongnaeeupseong History Festival (동래읍성역사축제)

5.6Km    2025-07-11

80 Munhwa-ro, Dongnae-gu, Busan
+82-51-550-4092

The Dongnaeeupseong History Festival offers an immersive experience of the history and culture of Dongnaeeupseong Walled Town, where the Battle of Dongnaeseong Fortress took place against the Japanese army during the Imjin War in 1592. Highlights include a musical dramatizing the patriotic spirit of the Dongnae Governor during the battle and various hands-on experiences, such as participating as Dongnae citizens using traditional Joseon-era coins. 

Peace Park (평화공원)

5.7Km    2021-09-17

10, Sinseon-ro 447beon-gil, Nam-gu, Busan
+82-51-607-4541

Peace Park is the representative citizen's rest area in Busan, filled with over 30,000 camellia and pine trees. A fountain in the middle of the park provides a fun water playground for children, and a popular date spot with beautiful lights at night.

Busan Cultural Center (부산문화회관)

5.7Km    2021-08-06

1, UN pyeonghwa-ro 76beon-gil, Nam-gu, Busan
+82-51-607-6000

Busan Cultural Center began construction in October 1983 and finished constructing three halls in 1993. In April 2010, the cultural center underwent renovations and reopend in October. The architecture format used traditional Korean houses with a large, medium, and small halls. Large gates and walls were removed to allow easy access. The roof used concrete slabs to recreate traditional patterns and the exterior walls are made of granite stone.