Baegasan Recreational Forest (백아산자연휴양림)
16.5Km 2024-02-20
353 Suyang-ro, Baega-myeon, Hwasun-gun, Jeollanam-do
Baegasan Recreational Forest, opened in 1996, is a natural recreational area situated near Donghwa Grotto, at the foot of Baegasan Mountain (Elevation 810 meters). The area boasts picturesque landscapes with rocky cliffs and clear streams. Along with walking trails, the recreation forest offers accommodation facilities such as great lawn, fitness training grounds, and pensions. It attracts many hikers with its hiking course leading to the summit of Baegasan Mountain.
Sunchang Traditional Paste Museum (순창장류박물관)
16.7Km 2024-04-07
43, Jangnyu-ro, Sunchang-gun, Jeonbuk-do
Sunchang Traditional Paste Museum offers visitors a look at different traditional paste culture from gochujang (pepper paste) to doenjang (soybean paste). Located across from the Sunchang Gochujang Village, a robot gochujang grandmother greets the visitors by telling the history of Sunchang pepper paste. The exhibition halls inside display the history of various traditional paste and visitors even have a chance to experience the process of making different pastes. The outdoor square attracts people with a terrace displaying earthen wares that are used to contain the fermented sauces, as well as a millstone worked by horse or ox, and an old tomb from the Baekje dynasty.
May 18th National Cemetery (5·18 기념공원)
17.0Km 2024-02-29
152 Naebang-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
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.
Mugaksa Temple (무각사)
17.3Km 2025-08-18
230, Uncheon-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
Nestled at the foot of Yeouisan Mountain in the business center of Gwangju, Mugaksa Temple is an urban Buddhist Temple. Unlike other urban Buddhist Temples, Mugaksa Temple has all the elements of a traditional temple. The temple is used as a cultural resting area and artistic spot for meetings without any religious barrier. The temple is also the starting point of the 2 kilometer walking trail to the 5.18 Memorial Park, leading to a constant flow of visitors.
Gwangju World Cup Stadium (광주월드컵경기장)
17.3Km 2021-06-11
240, Geumhwa-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
Gwangju World Cup Stadium is a major symbol of Gwangju. Designed to reflect the notion of ‘spreading far and wide’ the exterior is shaped like spokes of a wheel. When lit up, the stadium looks like a glowing dome. The ceiling and large ‘Y’-shaped pillars resemble a ‘Go,’ an instrument used in a traditional game from Gwangju, Gossaumnori. These architectural features were designed to capture and reflect the traditional aspects of Gwangju. The soccer stadium can accommodate up to 40,000 people at once and has many subsidiary facilities, including media center, athlete waiting room, medical care facilities, and more.
Hotel The May (호텔 5월 (Hotel The May) )
17.5Km 2024-08-22
51 , Sangmubeonyeong-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
Hotel The May is a boutique & business hotel located in the Sangmu district of Seo-gu, Gwangju. Business travelers will find a shared work space on the 7th floor equipped with desks, fax machines and computers. Breakfast is served free of charge in the 2nd floor cafeteria, and residents can use a well-equipped shared kitchen. The hotel is close to Gwangju Airport, Songjeong station, and Gwangju Express Bus terminal, making it convenient for both domestic and international travelers.
Hyusimjeong (휴심정)
17.6Km 2024-03-07
611-25 Imbangul-daero, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju
Hyusimjeong is a multicomplex complete with Second One, a bakery cafe; Oat, a restaurant offering fusion cuisine; a pop-up store zone; and a gallery; all surrounded by a large garden, creating the perfect location for rest. The garden appears to be in bloom all year round thanks to the advanced landscaping that mixes over 28 species of trees and 30 species of flowering grasses.
Hotel Central (센트럴관광호텔)
17.7Km 2025-01-07
68, Sangmuyeonha-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
Hotel Central is an affordable tourist hotel located in the city center of Gwangju. The hotel aims to meet every need of today's modern travelers, from high-speed internet to safety and comfort.
Seomjingang River (섬진강)
17.9Km 2022-08-25
Okgwa-myeon, Gokseong-gun, Jeollanam-do
The Seomjingang River, one of the four major rivers in Korea, starts from Imsil and Sunchang. It merges with several bodies of water in Gokseong, Gurye and Hadong before flowing into the South Sea.
In Gokseong, the Seomjingang River is also known as the Sunjagang River. It flows about 36 kilometers through the region. A number of big and small valleys throughout the length of the river provide fantastic views and relaxation spots all year round. Also, Riverside Festival and Seomjingang Literature Forum are held every summer to offer fun summer activities along the river.
Korea Medical Institute Gwangju Branch ((재)한국의학연구소 광주분사무소)
18.0Km 2025-10-23
8F-10F, 58 Sangmujungang-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
Korea Medical Institute (KMI), a leader in 'K-health checkups,' operates health checkup centers across eight locations nationwide, from Seoul to Jeju. KMI has been striving to prevent and detect diseases early. It has led the popularization of comprehensive medical examinations in Korea. Based on 39 years of accumulated data and expertise, KMI has enhanced its capabilities in health checkups, services, and brand value.
By utilizing its diagnostic data accumulated over the years, KMI provides accurate test results and follow-up care promptly.
KMI will stay committed to becoming a lifetime health management partner and 'K-health checkup' leader by leveraging its excellence in Korean medicine, beyond health checkups for foreign patients.
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