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Kim Gwangseok-gil Street
Daegu(Jung-gu)

Kim Gwangseok-gil Street is a mural street near Bangcheon Market where the now deceased Kim Gwangseok used to live. The 350m long wall has statues and murals depict his life and music. Every autumn, the area of Bangcheon Market and Dongseongno hosts a “Kim Gwangseok’s Singing Contest.”

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Daegu Stadium
Daegu(Suseong-gu)

Daegu Stadium is a sports stadium located in Daeheung-dong, Suseong-gu in Daegu City. Construction of the stadium began on July 28, 1997 and was completed in May 20, 2001. Its roof is designed to resemble a globe, incorporating the beautiful curves found in the roofs of traditional Korean houses. The stadium (70,140 seats) is suitable for hosting large-scale international sports games and 74% of the seats are protected by a Teflon-coated overhang. The 11.7-acred stadium has three stories below ground and three aboveground and is built on 130 acres of land just 9km southeast of the city’s downtown area. Stadium facilities include a gymnasium, baseball field, indoor ice rink, horse-riding track, tennis court, fitness center, shooting range, archery range, skateboarding park, and indoor jogging course. There are smaller buildings for taekwondo, judo, and rock climbing. The Daegu Stadium has hosted a number of matches of the 2002 FIFA World Cup; Senegal vs. Denmark (June 6), Slovenia vs. South Africa (June 8), Korea vs. U.S.A. (June 10) and Korea vs. Turkey (June 29).

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Hotel Inter-Burgo - Deagu
Daegu(Suseong-gu)

Hotel Inter-burgo (“inter-burgo” meaning “harmonious village” in Spanish) is a first-class hotel in Daegu located on 25 acres of land located between Mangu Park and Geumhogang River. It has 342 comfortable guestrooms and a world-class convention hall with a pipe organ. The hotel also houses the only Spanish Cultural Center in Korea.Two of the hotel’s guestrooms are specially designed to be wheelchair accessible and are equipped with various facilities for the handicapped. The rooms can be connected to the adjacent rooms, allowing guests with physical restrictions to more easily receive help from their traveling companions. Rooms for guests with physical disabilities have extra spacious bathrooms with sliding doors.The hotel’s annex building, set in a forest-like environment with an artificial waterfall, is a year-round cultural space perfect for family gatherings and corporate training. The building has top leisure facilities for enjoying a weekend of relaxation: indoor and outdoor swimming pools, an outdoor ice rink in operation during the winter, a driving range, and more. Guests can also take a stroll in the park located in front of the hotel.Daegu International Airport, Dongdaegu Station, and the Dongdaegu IC of the Gyeongbu Expressway are all only a 5 to 10-minute drive from the hotel. Moreover, the hotel has spacious parking facilities and is the main venue for most of the major events that take place in Daegu (2002 FIFA World Cup, 2003 Summer Universiade, 2006 PATA Korea Chapter Conference, etc.).※ For an extra bed, 30,000 won additional charge will be made.※ Extra fee will be charged for extra guest(s) in a room.※ Room rate does not includes value added tax (10%).

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Daegu Motorcycle Street
Daegu(Jung-gu)

Motorcycle Street is located in Ingyo-dong, Jung-gu, Daegu along Sijangbuk-ro Road. The street was originally a creek lined with houses, but in 1953 the creek was covered over and made into a paved road. Gas stations and stores selling automotive parts sprung up, turning the area into a thriving commercial district. In 1961, the first motorcycle store opened its doors and was quickly followed by several more.Currently there are 40 motorcycle stores, making this 200 meter-long street one of Daegu’s most unique shopping areas. With a vast array of new and secondhand motorcycles (both domestic and imported) motorcycle enthusiasts will be in their glory. Shoppers will also find a wide selection of motorcycle parts and accessories.

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Daegu Modern History Museum
Daegu(Jung-gu)

Located in Pojeong-dong, Jung-gu, Daegu, the Daegu Modern History Museum was officially opened on January 24, 2011. The museum is housed in a building that is rich in history. First built by Japan in 1932 as a bank, the building was once a symbol of repression and exploitation during the Japanese colonial rule. Today, the building stands proudly as an educational site and bears the title of ‘Cultural Property No. 49’ in recognition of its historical and cultural significance.The two-story museum (1,971 square meters) houses a permanent exhibition (1F), featured exhibition (2F), and a hands-on exhibition room and classroom for diverse cultural activities and lectures. The history exhibition features the lifestyle of Daegu citizens, local customs, and education of the late 19th century and the early 20th century.Opening hours are between 9:00am and 7:00pm; the museum is closed on Mondays.

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Daegu Dalbae Dalmaji Festival
Daegu(Dalseo-gu)

Welcoming the first full moon of the new year and burning daljip (brushwood) are a few traditional customs for the 15th day of the Lunar New Year that took place in the past in various regions of Korea, including Dalbigol. The festival was renewed in 1997 after being gradually forgotten due to urbanization and industrialization.

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Daegu International Airport
Daegu(Dong-gu)

Located in the center of Gyeongsang-do, Daegu International Airport is a convenient local transportation hub that provides access to most parts of the country. It is the only international exchange center in Gyeongsangbuk-do (Gyeongbuk). The cities of Gyeongsan and Yeongcheon are about 30 minutes from the airport, which serves as a major hub in Yeongnam region. Popular Gyeongbuk-area attractions including Gyeongju, Andong, and Pohang, are 90 minutes away. The airport’s main building is shaped like a soaring crane, with an interior theme based on a poem by Joseon-era scholar Yun Seon-do called “Owooga” (a song for five friends: water, rock, pine tree, bamboo, and moon).  

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Donghwasa Temple Stay
Daegu(Dong-gu)

At Donghwasa, located on the slopes of Palgongsan (Palgong Mountain) at Dohak-dong, Dong-gu, in Daegu-si, one can find the Tongilyaksa Yeoraedaebul (Great Unification Buddha) praying for the reunification of the nation. The temple has a number of treasures and tourist attractions such as Ma-ae Buljwasang (a seated statue of Buddha) and Biro-am Seokjo Birojanabulsang (Buddha of the Infinite Cosmit Light). Inside the temple one can find the Daeungjeon Hall, Geungranjeon Hall and other cultural properties. The temple stay program includes Barugongyang (formal monastic meal), Chamseon (Zen meditation), Dado (tea ceremony), making a wish lantern and threading prayer beads.

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Museum of Natural Dye Arts
Daegu(Dong-gu)

The Museum of Natural Dye Arts is divided into two floors. Ahwon Gallery on the first floor showcases replicas of ancient dyeing tools and provides information on the natural dyeing process. The ‘relic hall’ on the second floor displays pieces of ancient artwork including fabric, clothes, pillows, blankets and accessories, all made using different methods such as dyeing, embroidery, quilting, knotting and sewing. Group visitors of 10 or more may try dyeing handkerchiefs, scarves, or t-shirts through the museum's hands-on experience programs.

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Gyeongsanggamnyeong Park
Daegu(Jung-gu)

Located in central Daegu, Gyeongsanggamyeong Park was built during the 34th year of King Seonjo of the Joseon Dynasty (1601) and was the original location of Gyeongsanggamyeong (1910), the office of the Gyeongsangbuk-do governor. In 1965 the provincial office was moved to another location and the park opened its doors to the public under the name of Central Park. The park was renamed again in 1997 and has been known as Gyeongsanggamyeong Park ever since.Many cultural and historical heritages are located in the park including the Seonhwa-dang building where the governor worked (Daegu Tangible Cultural Property No.1); the Jungcheong-gak building that was one of the governor’s residences (Daegu Tangible Cultural Property No.2); and Seonjeong-bi gravestone where governor’s achievements are engraved. Seonhwa-dang building in particular has historical significance since it is one of the few remaining government buildings.The park is well loved by citizens for its green forest, beautiful flowers, well-developed grass plaza, scenic fountain area, and its comfortable walking paths.

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