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Lotte Outlets - Gwangju World Cup Branch (롯데아울렛 광주월드컵점)

Lotte Outlets - Gwangju World Cup Branch (롯데아울렛 광주월드컵점)

7.2Km    5897     2020-05-20

240, Geumhwa-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-606-2500

Lotte Outlets - Gwangju Worldcup Branch is the first Lotte shopping outlet to provide famous local fashion brands at a lower price. It is connected to Lotte Mart - Worldcup Branch, so one can shop for both fashion and groceries at the same time. There are sports facilities near the store, including Gwangju World Cup Stadium and a swimming pool.

Jeonpyeongje Reservoir (전평제)

Jeonpyeongje Reservoir (전평제)

7.2Km    6884     2021-04-29

9, Jeonpyeong-gil, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-365-4114

Jeonpyeongje Reservoir was built in 1943 to supply water for agricultural purposes to farms in the Maewol-dong and Byeokjin-dong regions as well as to prevent both floods and droughts. Starting in 1999, the reservoir was changed to a rest area, with a wooden deck crossing the reservoir to the man-made island in the middle. The area now serves as a waterside relaxation and eco-exploration space for family visitors.

Olive Young - Gwangju Yongbong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 광주용봉지구)

Olive Young - Gwangju Yongbong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 광주용봉지구)

7.2Km    0     2024-04-18

39, Yongbongtaekji-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju

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Gwangju Biennale Exhibition Hall (광주비엔날레전시관)

Gwangju Biennale Exhibition Hall (광주비엔날레전시관)

7.3Km    0     2023-11-28

111 Biennale-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-608-4114

Since its establishment in 1994, the Gwangju Biennale Exhibition Hall has significantly contributed to Korea's art culture and the world through numerous exhibitions. It strives to give joy and motivation to many people and serves as a channel for Korean artists' forays into the world. Notably, the Biennale exhibition is not a one-time event, and various attempts are being made to make it a sustainable platform as it increases the regional value of Gwangju, the home of the Biennale.

In the era of COVID-19, online services are also provided to citizens who have difficulty visiting the site in person to experience the exhibition.

Pungam Reservoir (풍암저수지)

Pungam Reservoir (풍암저수지)

7.3Km    10140     2020-06-05

71-3, Woldeukeopseo-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-365-4114

Pungam Reservoir was originally built in 1956 for agriculture, but was turned into a park in 1999 as part of the pilot program for developing parks nationwide. It is a popular resting area featuring traditional pavilions and wooden bridges.

Gwangju National Science Museum (국립광주과학관)

Gwangju National Science Museum (국립광주과학관)

7.4Km    11140     2021-05-24

235, Cheomdangwagi-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-960-6210

Gwangju National Science Museum was opened in 2013 to promote science. The museum specializes in light and science with a spaceship-shaped exterior. Many of the exhibitions consist of hands-on programs, providing visitors a chance to use their imagination to further learn about science.

Cheongchun Balsan Village (청춘발산마을)

Cheongchun Balsan Village (청춘발산마을)

7.4Km    1718     2024-07-11

12-16 Cheonbyeonjwa-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju

Balsan Village is a representative neighborhood of Gwangju and is a prime example of how something amazing can come out of something bad. First settled by Korean war refugees, the small houses jam-packed on a hillside attracted young people looking for work in the 1970s and '80s, mainly females working in the garment factories nearby. Recently, the addition of colorful murals and public spaces has given the village a breath of new life.

Traditional Tea House Punggyeong (전통찻집 풍경)

Traditional Tea House Punggyeong (전통찻집 풍경)

7.7Km    0     2023-12-22

96 Unyong-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju

Traditional Tea House Punggyeong in Gwangju specializes in serving rich and savory traditional Korean tea. The interior is decorated in white and wood tones, creating a cozy atmosphere. From the entrance to every corner of the room, there are plants that have been cared for by the store owner, allowing visitors to feel more at ease as they enter the tea house. The drinks are served in a neat tea cup, and their most recommended tea is the house-brewed ssanghwacha (medicinal herb tea). Furthermore, it sells a variety of traditional teas that are great to savor leisurely while resting such as daechu cha (jujube tea), a unique tea with a sweet aftertaste and is known to help treat insomnia; and saenggang cha (ginger tea) with an addition of honey or malt syrup, among others.

Olive Young - Gwangju Maegok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 광주매곡)

Olive Young - Gwangju Maegok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 광주매곡)

8.1Km    0     2024-04-18

319, Seoljuk-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju

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CU - Yongbong Sarang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (cu용봉사랑점)

8.3Km    0     2024-06-28

42, Yongju-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju

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