Korean Traditional Culture Center (한국전통문화체험관)

9.2Km 2024-12-13

13-5 Dalgubeol-daero 527-gil, Suseong-gu, Daegu
+82-53-666-4930

Momyeongjae is an ancestral shrine built by the Dureung Doo clan to honor Doo Sa-chung, who had joined the Ming Dynasty's reinforcement troops during the Imjinwaeran (Japanese invasion of Korea, 1592) and later became naturalized in Joseon Dynasty. The name 'Momyeongjae' means 'longing for the Ming Dynasty,' expressing Doo Sa-chung's affection for his home country.
Doo Sa-chung, who was from Duling, China, went to Joseon under the command of General Li Rusong from the Ming Dynasty. Doo Sa-chung took the position titled Suryuk Jihoek Jusa and was responsible for selecting locations to establish a stronghold in consideration of the terrain. As a senior adviser to Li Rusong, he closely discussed strategies and tactics with the Joseon army as well.
When the war was over, Doo Sa-chung returned to China but went to Joseon again during the Jeongyujaeran (Japanese invasion of Korea, 1597). He brought his two sons -- Doo San and Doo Il-geon -- along with his brother-in-law, Admiral Chen Lin. When the war was over, Doo Sa-chung and his two sons naturalized in Joseon. The government of Joseon granted him land, which is the current Gyeongsang Gamyeong Park area.
When the Gyeongsang Gamyeong (Gyeongsang provincial office) was relocated to this area, Doo Sa-chung offered his land to the government and moved to Gyesan-dong.
Longing for his wife and brothers he had left in China, he moved again to a village near Daedeoksan Mountain (then Choejeongsan Mountain) and named the area Daemyeong-dong (meaning the Great Ming). He built a platform and on the first day of every month, he would bow in the direction of the Forbidden City in China, where the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty resided.
Momyeongjae is built on a rectangular plot and faces south. It features a hip-and-gable roof with double-layer eaves and has four rooms in the front and two rooms on the side. The daecheongmaru (wooden floor hall) has two ondol (floor heated) rooms on each of its side, with a half-sized bay at the front. Momyeongjae exemplifies the early 20th-century ancestral shrine style commonly found in the Daegu area.
The building was originally constructed in 1912 when Doo Sa-chung’s descendants moved wooden materials from the dismantled Gyeongsangaeksa (local government building) and used them to build Momyeongjae in front of Doo Sa-chung's tomb. The shrine was later renovated in 1966 as it was in poor condition.
Momyeongjae is one of the first destinations visited by Chinese tourists in Daegu. It was recently renovated as part of a redevelopment project. The Korean Traditional Culture Center opened nearby, where visitors can experience tea ceremonies, hanbok (traditional Korean clothing), archery, and cooking dishes based on Donguibogam, a traditional Korean medical encyclopedia. Joining a program at the center will be a valuable experience.

Suseong Artpia (수성아트피아)

9.3Km 2025-01-13

180, Muhak-ro, Suseong-gu, Daegu
+82-53-668-1800

Suseong Artpia, opened in May 2007, is a major art center in Daegu. It has specialized, independent spaces for housing performances, exhibitions, and art camps. The art center’s facade was designed to resemble a crane flying away with its wings stretched out in order to promote the image of Muhaksan Mountain (named as such because its shape is reminiscent of a flying crane or hak), the mountain on which the center is located. When viewed from the sides however, the center is shaped like a ship, as it was once the site of a large pond. With such an impressive exterior further highlighted by impressive lighting at night, water fountains, and landscaping, Suseong Artpia has become a rising attraction of Daegu. The center is equipped with a mega concert hall that can accommodate diverse genres of performing arts such as an opera, musical, ballet, theater, dance, music concert, and more.

Suseong International Biennale (수성국제비엔날레)

9.3Km 2024-10-14

180 Muhak-ro, Suseong-gu, Daegu
+82-53-668-1541

The Suseong International Biennale, themed "Relational Fields" takes place in Suseong-gu, Daegu. The biennale highlights the harmony between architecture, urbanism, and nature of Suseong-gu, celebrating the district's distinct characters. During the exhibition period, visitors can explore the architectural works of renowned architects worldwide.

Asadara (아사다라)

9.3Km 2024-02-28

116-2 Yonghak-ro, Suseong-gu, Daegu

Asadara is a Korean beef restaurant, set amidst a beautifully landscaped pine tree garden. At the meat corner, customers choose their meat and pay for it separately, plus an extra service charge for the meal. The restaurant's highlight is hanu sutbulgui (charcoal-grilled Korean beef), offering a dining experience akin to a Korean table d'hote. Beyond this, Asadara also offers an array of dishes, including jeonbok galbitang (abalone and galbi soup), yukhoe (beef tartare), and a bulgogi set menu. The name "Asadara" is inspired by Asadal, the ancient capital of Gojoseon, which dates back 5,000 years.

Enjoy the World Hotel Inter-Burgo [Tax Refund Shop] (즐거운세상인터불고호텔)

9.4Km 2024-04-22

212, Palhyeon-gil, Suseong-gu, Daegu

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Bumbine (붐비네)

9.4Km 2024-10-18

54 Pagye-ro 6-gil, Dong-gu, Daegu

Holy place for SHINee fans
It is a small Tteokbokki restaurant in front of an elementary school without a prominent sign, but it is a must-visit place for SHINee fans. It was because Key stopped by every day when he was in elementary school. It is fun to see the store filled with SHINee's albums and photos. Sweet Tteokbokki with a lot of cabbage is not irritating, so you can eat it without burden. If you mix this with Daegu's specialty Flat Mandu, it's the best combination. Listening to the pleasant story of the owner of this restaurant creates new memories.

Hotel Inter-Burgo - Daegu (호텔인터불고 대구)

9.4Km 2021-02-05

212, Palhyeon-gil, Suseong-gu, Daegu
+82-53-602-7114

Hotel Inter-burgo is located near the Geumhogang riverside in the area of Mangu Park which is the gateway of Daegu. It features stunning scenery and fresh air and houses guestrooms, a convention hall at the international standard level, cutting-edge pipe organ, and other subsidiary facilities. Since its opening, many domestic and international academies and international events have been held in the hotel and also former and current presidents and VIP visitors have visited the hotel.
Thanks to its location inside the park, it boasts outstanding scenery as well as nearby landmarks including Yeongnam No. 1 Gate, Dongchon Resort, a bike arena, Mangu Park, inline skating site, and other attractions. The main hall and park hall (formerly annex hall) were remodeled to create a new hotel culture by Bareumi Group, a food specialized company, which took over the hotel in 2015.

PyoChungJae Experience Center (표충재 전통체험관)

9.5Km 2024-08-01

17 , Sinsunggyeom-gil, Dong-gu, Daegu
+82-53-428-9980

Pyochungjae Hanok stands within the General Shin Sung-gyeom Historic Site in Dong-gu, Gyeongsangbuk-do, and is a quiet spot surrounded by beautiful scenery. Rooms incorporate a toilet and modern bathroom, with a shared kitchen and additional toilet outside. Traditional pastimes such as archery, Yutnori and Neolttwigi can be enjoyed in the hanok yard. Pyochungjae is just 10 minutes from Daegu International Airport and 30 minutes from the center of Daegu. Donghwasa Temple is 15 minutes and Palgongsan and Gatbawi Rock 20 minutes away. The hanok is not always open during winter, so prior booking is required.

Daemyeong Reservoir (대명유수지)

9.5Km 2024-02-15

816 Daecheon-dong, Dalseo-gu, Daegu

Daemyeong Reservoir, located adjacent to Dalseong Marsh, is at the convergence point of the Nakdonggang River, Geumhogang River, Daemyeongcheon Stream, and Jincheon Stream. This area is a rich ecological reserve, home to a diverse range of wildlife including the narrow-mouthed toad, leopard cat, weasel, common kestrel, and water deer, along with various wild plants. Visitors to the area can explore narrow-mouthed toad habitats, observation decks, ecological exploration trails, and photo zones. There's also a narrow-mouthed toad ecological learning center for educational experiences. The surrounding landscape, with its stretches of silver grass and reeds along the walking decks, offers a picturesque setting, particularly attractive for autumn photography.

Midam (미담)

9.6Km 2024-03-20

2-13 Sanghwa-ro 9-gil, Dalseo-gu, Daegu

Midam is a Korean restaurant renowned for delivering the most authentic Korean flavors through its hanjeongsik (Korean table d'hote). They specialize in serving healthy medicinal food, using natural seasonings. The restaurant offers four types of hanjeongsik course: Soheon, Sohye, Inhyeon, and Yeheon. Additionally, their menu includes hanu bulgogi jeongsik (Korean beef bulgogi set menu), hanu modum gui (grilled assorted Korean beef cuts), yeonnipbap (lotus leaf rice), and matcha borigulbi jeongsik (barley-aged dried yellow croaker and matcha set menu). The establishment is exclusively comprised of private rooms, making it advisable to book a reservation in advance.

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