Attractions
Busan is the second biggest city of South Korea with 3.2-million populations and many fascinating tourist spots, relaxing beach views and appetizing local foods. Also, the Busan metropolitan area has been functioning as a global logistical hub with Busan Port, which is the largest port of Korea, also as the largest shipyard in the country. We truly hope that all participants in ICMU 2025 are going to experience not only the academic exchanges, but also the enjoyable, attractive Busan’s wonderfulness!
Jeonpo Café Street
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Jeonpo Café Street gained greater fame after being featured in The New York Times’ list of 52 Places to Visit in 2017. Connected to it is Jeonpogonggu-gil Street, known for its vibrant, colorful alleys. The narrow lanes are filled with shops offering a wide variety of desserts and coffees, just as diverse as the buildings themselves. You can also enjoy a range of other food options along both Jeonpo Café Street and Jeonpogonggu-gil Street.
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Gwangalli Beach
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Gwangalli Beach is one of Busan’s most popular destinations, especially well-known alongside the iconic Gwangandaegyo Bridge. As the beach closest to the city center, it’s also a trendy hangout spot for the city’s youth. In addition to its white sandy shore, Gwangalli offers a variety of attractions, including restaurants with tasty dishes and cafés that boast open views of the sea.
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Gamcheon Culture Village
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With its colorful rooftops seemingly reaching for the sky and a warmth that embraces the entire village, Gamcheon Culture Village is one of Busan’s most beloved sights. Often called the “Machu Picchu of Korea” for its stunning scenery, the village also holds a piece of Busan’s difficult history. During the Korean War, refugees settled in this mountainous area, carving out a life amidst hardship. In 2009, students, artists, and locals transformed the neighborhood through the Village Art Project, turning it into one of Busan’s most iconic tourist destinations.
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Haedong Yonggungsa Temple
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Have you ever listened to the waves rolling in from the sea of Gijang? Imagine standing before a vast, endless ocean, with a magnificent coastal view unfolding before your eyes. That’s what awaits at Haedong Yonggungsa Temple — a place where wind, waves, and breathtaking scenery come together. Perched along the coast of Sirang-ri in Gijang-gun, Busan, the temple was named after a dream by the Buddhist monk Jeongam, in which Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva appeared, rising from the sea on the back of a dragon. Haedong Yonggungsa sits dramatically at the point where the mountains meet the ocean, like a painting come to life.
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Haeundae Blueline Park
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Haeundae Blueline Park is a key attraction within the Haeundae Special Tourist Zone, part of Busan’s identity as an international tourist city. Created through the eco-friendly redevelopment of the former East Sea South Line railway, the park features the Haeundae Beach Train and the Haeundae Sky Capsule. These scenic rides run along a 4.8 km stretch of stunning coastline, connecting Haeundae Mipo, Cheongsapo, and Songjeong.
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Shinsegae Department Store Centum City
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The world’s largest department store: Shinsegae Centum City. Located in Busan, Korea’s vibrant port city and second largest metropolis, Centum City is a massive shopping complex that goes beyond retail. It offers a wide range of leisure and cultural experiences, including a spa, skating rink, and multiplex theater. Centum City holds the Guinness World Record as the largest department store in the world.
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