Deokinkwan (덕인관)

10.1Km 2024-12-26

전라남도 담양군 담양읍 죽향대로 1121
061-381-7881

Originally opened in 1963 under the name ‘Deokin Eumsikjeom,’ this establishment boasts over 60 years of history. It is run by Park Gyu-wan, a designated Korean Food Grand Master No. 82, specializing in meat (grilled galbi). Initially, the restaurant served Korean table d’hote focused on galbi, but it has since evolved into a tteokgalbi specialty restaurant. The restaurant uses Korean cow beef ribs marinated in the master’s secret sauce.

Korea Bamboo Museum (한국대나무박물관)

10.1Km 2021-07-19

35, Jukhyangmunhwa-ro, Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-380-2901

The Korean Bamboo Museum is a comprehensive complex that preserves, exhibits, produces, and allows people to experience bamboo products. First opened in 1981 at Damju-ri, the museum was expanded and relocated to the current location in March 1998. Not only does the museum provide bamboo-related exhibitions, it also provides techniques on making bamboo products as well as holds the Bamboo Festival every May.

Damyang Apzip (담양앞집)

10.3Km 2024-12-26

전라남도 담양군 담양읍 죽향문화로 22

This restaurant is famous for serving Damyang tteokgalbi (Grilled Galbi Patties), served alongside noodles. They use local produce and focus on enhancing the ingredients’ natural flavors. When you order tteokgalbi here, it’s presented on a large plate with a salad, much like a Western-style brunch. Their housemade noodles, crafted from a blend of buckwheat and Damyang bamboo leaves, are also a standout.

May 18th National Cemetery (5·18 기념공원)

10.6Km 2024-02-29

152 Naebang-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-376-5197

May 18th National Cemetery is a park established to commemorate the democratization movement that took place in Gwangju in May 18th, 1980. The park features facilities such as the May 18th Memorial Culture Center, Daedong Plaza, Gwangju Student Movement Memorial Tower, memorial spaces, and the Oweol Pavilion. It serves as a meaningful space for reflecting on the history of Korean democracy and honoring the sacrificial spirit of the martyrs who lost their lives during the democratization movement.

Gwangju Yangdong Market (광주 양동시장)

10.7Km 2025-08-13

238 Cheonbyeonjwa-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju

Yangdong Market started in the 1910s as a traditional market held on dates ending in 2 and 7 of every month on the white sand beach under Gwangjugyo Bridge. The market has a long history and local citizens have many sayings referring to the multitude of items available here. During the May 18th Democratic Uprising, both Yangdong and Daein Markets were a grand venue where the citizens of Gwangju gathered together to rally for democratization of the nation. Merchants of the markets provided food, beverages, and medicine to the protestors and participated in the movement alongside their fellow citizens.

Yangdong Market is an outstanding traditional market among all markets throughout the nation. The market has upgraded with the times to include modern conveniences, including a consolidated market logo, online shopping mall, and merchant education classes.

Kwangju Bank Museum (KJB금융박물관 (광주은행 금융박물관))

10.8Km 2024-12-20

225 Jebong-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju

Kwangju Bank Museum established to celebrate the 44^th anniversary of the bank, is the first financial bank in the Honam region. Visitors can explore a collection of over one thousand financial artifacts and learn about the history of financial institutions in the region, as well as the evolution of Korean and global currency at the museum. The museum offers financial educational programs for various age groups and also provides a cultural space, allowing visitors to connect through art and learn more about the region's heritage.