Friday, September 29, 2023
KoreaTravelPost - South Korea's Leading Travel Media Publication
  • Home
  • TRAVEL
    • Accomodation
    • Activities
    • Attractions
    • Day Tours
    • Food & Drink
    • K-Entertainment Tours
    • Korean Culture
    • Must Buy
    • Shopping Destinations
    • Transportation
    • Travel Essentials
    • Travel Tips
    • Travel News in Korea
  • Cities
    • Busan
    • Daegu
    • Daejeon
    • Gwangju
    • Incheon
    • Jeju
    • Seoul
    • Ulsan
  • Regions
    • Gangwon-do
    • Gyeonggi-do
    • North Gyeongsang (Gyeongsangbuk-do)
    • North Jeolla (Jeollabuk-do)
    • South Chungcheong (Chungcheongnam-do)
    • South Gyeongsang (Gyeongsangnam-do)
    • South Jeolla (Jeollanam-do)
No Result
View All Result
KoreaTravelPost - South Korea's Leading Travel Media Publication
No Result
View All Result
No Result
View All Result

Best 6 Things to Do in Gunsan

KoreaTravelPost Editor by KoreaTravelPost Editor
02 November 2022
in Attractions

 3,919 total views,  8 views today

0 0
0
Home TRAVEL Attractions

Gunsan is a city that is located in the North Jeolla Province, South Korea. The Korean pronunciation of this city is Kunsan. This is a beautiful city located on the South bank of the Geum river, slightly upstream from its exit into the Yellow sea. It has developed into a high-tech manufacturing industrial metropolis and a seaport for international trade that is located on the Korean Peninsula’s central coast, about 200 kilometers (120 miles) southwest of Seoul.

Panorama of Waterfront in Gunsan, South Korea

Gunsan used to be a small fishing village on the banks of the Guem river. In the 19th century, Gunsan became a port mainly because of the Japanese pressure to ship rice from Korea to Japan. Later in the year 1899, Gunsan port officially opened its gates for international trading. During the Japanese occupation, the majority of the population in Gunsan City was Japanese. Japanese-built buildings include the Customs House and the previous (now-demolished) City Hall. Gunsan slowly expanded after being freed from the Japanese in 1945.

Now it is a very huge and beautiful metropolitan city, so let us go through a few things that can be done when you visit Gunsan.

Gyeongamdong Railroad Town

As the name says, it is a railroad that is amidst a town. A railroad once connected the station to the post, but it was abandoned following the Japanese colonial era. City Hall is currently working to create sights. Even if no trains are running, you can still walk the railroad. It’s quite a quaint area developed along abandoned railroad tracks that currently feature several retro shops & mural stores selling souvenirs & candies. It is indeed a good place to visit with kids if you are ever in Gunsan.

things to do gunsan

Gunsan Modern History Museum

You can also visit the famous Gunsan Modern History Museum, where you may understand and experience Korea’s beautiful history. This museum traces the beautiful town’s modern history, attracting many tourists to the place. The place is a remembrance of the long independence struggle that is portrayed through a colonial-era recreation of the town as it was back in the 1930s. The exhibits are displayed in English for ease for tourists to understand, and it is a good place to visit with family. 

Seonyudo Beach

You also have Seonyudo Beach, wherein you have a lot of activities to participate in, like the zipline, motorbike rentals, mini hiking, and many more. The cafes and restaurants around the beach have delicious seafood, as it’s pretty obvious. A clean, uncrowded, white sandy beach will definitely make your visit worthwhile.

Dongguksa Temple

Other than these adventure places, you also have the Dongguksa Temple, which is famous around the place. It is a Japanese-style temple of Buddha built with cute cafes and souvenir shops inside. The place, alongside being a pilgrimage site, also paints a picture of the women’s struggles during Japanese control. Set amidst a beautiful view, the architecture is impressive as the only Japanese-style temple of Gunsan. You also have a quaint bamboo forest for a quiet, peaceful stroll among nature.

things to do gunsan

Taste Lee Sung Dang’s Delicacies

Next comes the food; every journey must end with good memory and a full tummy. The Lee Sung Dang is the oldest bakery in Korea, and it includes many classic recipes from Korea, which are a must-try. This is the best spot to stop for a good breakfast in the morning, and the bakery is open throughout the week. With a long history dating back to 50 years, they have a lot of original recipes, among which their bread stuffed with red bean sweetie paste is a highly recommended one. 

Shopping in Gunsan

Gunsan has some of the best markets and malls to shop from. You have the Jeong Gallery to buy the best art from, the Gunsan shopping mall, the Ritz Plaza, and many more to choose from. The Lotte Mall Gunsan is the shopping center in Nonsan, South Korea, which is a modern well-established mall with all sorts of clothing shops, cafes, eateries, and many more.

 3,919 total views,  8 views today

What’s your thoughts?
+1
0
+1
0
+1
0
+1
0
+1
0
+1
0
+1
0
Facebook Twitter Email
Tags: BeachesBuddhist TempleGunsanJeollabuk-doMuseums
ShareTweetShareSendSend
KoreaTravelPost Editor

KoreaTravelPost Editor

Hello there! I'm the Features Editor for KoreaTravelPost.

Related Posts

mokpo attractions
Attractions

The Magic of Mokpo: From Historic Attractions to Culinary Feasts

September 14, 2023
Donghae travel guide best places attractions
Attractions

Discover Donghae: A Comprehensive Guide to Its Top Attractions

September 11, 2023
asan south korea
Attractions

Asan Unveiled: Your Ultimate Guide to a Hidden Gem of South Korea

September 5, 2023
Uncover the Hidden UNESCO World Heritage Sites in South Korea
Attractions

Uncover the Hidden UNESCO World Heritage Sites in South Korea

September 5, 2023
seoul land guide
Attractions

Unearth the Magic of Seoul Land: Your Ultimate Day-Trip Guide

August 30, 2023
must visit places in gyeongju
Attractions

Discover the Hidden Treasures of Gyeongju: Top 12 Must-Visit Spots

September 1, 2023
Next Post
Seoul Banpo Bridge – Everything You Need to Know

Seoul Banpo Bridge - Everything You Need to Know

No Result
View All Result

PRODUCTS

TESSAN Germany France Travel Power Adapter

Lonely Planet Korea 12

Korean Snack Box Variety Pack

OSULLOC Lovely Tea Gift Box Set

More from our network


  • ktd

  • atd

  • itd

  • ktt

  • kgd

  • kpp

  • ktp

  • kpoppost

  • ustechtimes

Categories

  • Accomodation
  • Activities
  • Attractions
  • Day Tours
  • Food & Drink
  • K-Entertainment Tours
  • Korean Culture
  • Medical Tourism
  • Must Buy
  • Shopping Destinations
  • Transportation
  • TRAVEL
  • Travel Essentials
  • Travel News in Korea
  • Travel Tips

FREE NEWSLETTER

 

Follow Us

Copyright © 2023 About Us| Terms of Use |Privacy Policy|Cookie Policy| Contact : press@koreatravelpost.com

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • TRAVEL
    • Accomodation
    • Activities
    • Attractions
    • Day Tours
    • Food & Drink
    • K-Entertainment Tours
    • Korean Culture
    • Must Buy
    • Shopping Destinations
    • Transportation
    • Travel Essentials
    • Travel Tips
    • Travel News in Korea
  • Cities
    • Busan
    • Daegu
    • Daejeon
    • Gwangju
    • Incheon
    • Jeju
    • Seoul
    • Ulsan
  • Regions
    • Gangwon-do
    • Gyeonggi-do
    • North Gyeongsang (Gyeongsangbuk-do)
    • North Jeolla (Jeollabuk-do)
    • South Chungcheong (Chungcheongnam-do)
    • South Gyeongsang (Gyeongsangnam-do)
    • South Jeolla (Jeollanam-do)

Copyright © 2023 About Us| Terms of Use |Privacy Policy|Cookie Policy| Contact : press@koreatravelpost.com

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Fill the forms bellow to register

All fields are required. Log In

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In