Malbaujeong Market (말바우장 / 말바우시장 (2, 4, 7, 9일)) - Area information - Korea travel information

Malbaujeong Market (말바우장 / 말바우시장 (2, 4, 7, 9일))

Malbaujeong Market (말바우장 / 말바우시장 (2, 4, 7, 9일))

2.8 Km    15916     2023-11-20

62 Dongmun-daero 85beon-gil, Buk-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-262-4082

Malbaujeong Market is one of the main traditional markets in the northern region of Gwangju. The market is held on dates ending in 2, 4, 7, or 9.

Mudeungsan National Park (무등산국립공원)

Mudeungsan National Park (무등산국립공원)

3.1 Km    68138     2023-11-14

29 Dongsan-gil, Dong-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-227-1187

Mudeungsan National Park is a mountain park lining the edge of Hwasun-gun, Damyang-gun and Gwangju. Mudeungsan Mountain (1,186 meters) features three rock peaks called Cheonwangbong, Jiwangbong, and Inwangbong, also known as the “Jeongsang Three."

Mudeungsan’s gradual slope makes it an easy climb for all. Among the more majestic of these sites are the Seoseokdae, Gyubong, and Ipseokdae peaks. At the base of the mountain are several famous temples including Yaksasa, Jeungsimsa, and Wonhyosa Temples. Mudeungsan Mountain is also known for its beauty throughout the year. The autumn leaves around Gyubongam Hermitage and silver grass of Baengma Ridge are quite spectacular. In winter, snow and ice on the mountain create exquisite scenery as well.

Below the mountain, there are a variety of recreational facilities and tourist sites for visitors.

Gaemagowon (개마고원)

Gaemagowon (개마고원)

3.5 Km    1     2023-11-23

1094 Sangmu-daero, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-366-3744

Gaemagowon is a hanu (Korean beef) restaurant that has been serving the Gwangju area for over 20 years. The menu includes a variety of dishes using hanu.

Aritaum - Gwangju Jinwol Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아리따움 광주진월점)

Aritaum - Gwangju Jinwol Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아리따움 광주진월점)

3.6 Km    0     2024-04-23

687, Seomun-daero, Nam-gu, Gwangju

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Homeplus - Donggwangju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 동광주)

Homeplus - Donggwangju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 동광주)

3.6 Km    0     2024-04-22

200, Dongmun-daero, Buk-gu, Gwangju

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Gucci - Shinsegae Gwangju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (구찌 신세계 광주점)

3.7 Km    0     2024-04-23

1F, 932, Mujin-daero, Seo-gu, Gwangju

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Balenciaga - Shinsegae Gwangju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (발렌시아가 신세계 광주점)

3.7 Km    0     2024-04-18

932, Mujin-daero, Seo-gu, Gwangju

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YSL - Shinsegae Gwangju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (입생로랑 신세계 광주점)

3.7 Km    0     2024-04-18

2F, 932, Mujin-daero, Seo-gu, Gwangju

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Beanpole - Shinsegae Gwangju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (빈폴 신세계 광주점)

Beanpole - Shinsegae Gwangju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (빈폴 신세계 광주점)

3.7 Km    0     2024-06-27

932, Mujin-daero, Seo-gu, Gwangju

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Traditional Tea House Punggyeong (전통찻집 풍경)

Traditional Tea House Punggyeong (전통찻집 풍경)

3.9 Km    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.