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Samgwangsa Temple (삼광사)

Samgwangsa Temple (삼광사)

15.9Km    2025-02-06

77 Choeupcheon-ro 43beon-gil, Busanjin-gu, Busan
+82-51-808-7111

Samgwangsa Temple is a Buddhist temple located on the slopes of Baegyangsan Mountain in downtown Busan. It houses various structures including the Daeungbojeon Hall, Bell Pavilion, and the Daebotap Tower, which stands at a x_height of 30 meters. The Daebotap Tower enshrines Buddha's relic brought from Tibet, Myanmar, and India. The temple offers different types of temple stays such as one-day, relaxation-oriented, and experiential stays. Visitors can participate in temple etiquette, tea ceremony experiences, 108 prostrations and meditation, Buddhist services, formal meal, and traditional cultural experiences tailored for foreigners.

Ppangcheon-dong (빵천동)

Ppangcheon-dong (빵천동)

16.0Km    2025-08-05

Namcheon-dong, Suyeong-gu, Busan

Located in Namcheon-dong and originally known for its cherry blossom street, the neighborhood has gained a new nickname, “Ppangcheon-dong”, as local bakeries have begun attracting visitors specifically for their bread. The alley is lined with both long-standing local favorites and trendy, unique bakeries, making it a perfect place to savor the aroma while taking a leisurely stroll and trying different kinds of breads. Its proximity to Gwangalli Beach, one of the most popular attractions of Busan, makes it an ideal destination to visit together.  

Hwangnyeongsan Mountain ()

Hwangnyeongsan Mountain ()

16.0Km    2024-10-25

391-39 Hwangnyeongsan-ro, Nam-gu, Busan
+82-70-7543-5249

Hwangnyeongsan Mountain offers a lush green forest easily accessible from downtown Busan. The mountain is popular for hiking, as well as taking in the nightscape. The mountain stretches across Busanjin-gu, Nam-gu, and Suyeong-gu districts, and with an altitude of 427 meters, it is the second tallest mountain in the Geumnyeon Mountain Range. Despite this distinction, the summit can be reached after a two to three-hour hike. At the foot of the mountain, one can find a citizen's recreation area and a youth training center. Choosing which mountain trail to take depends on the transportation options available.

Hwangnyeongsan Observatory (황련산 전망대)

16.0Km    2024-10-29

391-39 Hwangnyeongsan-ro, Nam-gu, Busan

Hwangnyeongsan Mountain, where the observatory is located, is in the center of Busan as it spans across four districts (Busanjin-gu, Yeonje-gu, Suyeong-gu, and Nam-gu) and is a popular driving course in spring when the cherry blossoms bloom along the road. The Hwangneyongsan Observatory also makes it a perfect place for a night tour. A city that lies below the mountains looks even more beautiful with the cozy lights that illuminate the observatory and the sparkling radio tower.

Igidae Cliff [National Geopark] (이기대 (부산 국가지질공원))

16.1Km    2024-04-29

Yongho-dong, Nam-gu, Busan
+82-51-607-6398

Igidae Cliff is a geological park located along the southern coast of Busan. Formed by volcanic activity dating back 80 million years to the Cretaceous period, the accumulated lava, volcanic ash, and other rocks have been eroded by waves, creating cliffs, caves, and other formations. Along the coastal trail leading to Oryukdo, visitors can appreciate various geological and topographical landscapes, including copper mines and pothole.

Olive Young - Busan W Square Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 부산W스퀘어점)

16.1Km    2024-06-27

#1004 and #1005, 145, Bunpo-ro, Nam-gu, Busan

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Olive Young - Namcheon Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 남천역)

Olive Young - Namcheon Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 남천역)

16.2Km    2024-04-18

384, Suyeong-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan

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Chowonnongwon (초원농원)

Chowonnongwon (초원농원)

16.2Km    2019-12-24

1498, Nakdong-daero, Sasang-gu, Busan
+82-51-301-1592

Chowonnongwon is located near Samrakgangbyeon Park, a famous park in Busan, that offers an entire view with Nakdonggang River and the park at a glance. The restaurants serves hanu (Korean beef) at reasonable prices.

Halmae Jaecheop Guk (할매재첩국)

16.4Km    2020-09-14

20-15, Nakdong-daero 1530beon-gil, Sasang-gu, Busan
+82-51-301-5321

Halmae Jaecheop Guk is a restaurant featuring jaecheop guk (marsh clam soup). Since its opening 28 years ago in the food village beside Nakdong River, its reputation has spread by word of mouth. Jaecheop guk is long been famous as a good hangover cure. The restaurant cooks the soup over a wood fire to give it a special flavor.

Olive Young - Busan Yangjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 부산양정점)

16.5Km    2024-06-27

1F, 904, Jungang-daero, Busanjin-gu, Busan

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