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Jagalchi Market (Fish Market)
This is the largest fish market in Korea and located
right next to the harbour. Jagalchi is famous throughout
the country for the peculiar Jagalchi women selling
their fish and for its huge variety of fish and
seafood offered. It has two major sections: one
for fresh seafood (where you can sit down and try
fresh raw fish right on the spot) and another one
for dried seafood.
Time needed: 30-40 minutes by car from the hotel;
30-60 minutes for the visit
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Gukje Market
Busan's largest market is close to the downtown
area and was formed by merchants descended from
refugees of the Korean War. The stands offer a wide
variety of goods such as silk, linen, clothing,
bags, glasses and curtains, as well as many imported
items.
Time: 7 minutes by food from the Jagalchi market;
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Yongdusan Park
Rising 49 meters above sea level in the middle of
downtown, Yongdusan (Dragon Head Hill) forms a major
landmark and offers a nice break from the concrete
jungle of the city. From the Busan tower, which
is situated in the middle of the park, one can enjoy
a beautiful view all over Busan.
Time: 10 walking minutes from Gukje & Jagalchi;
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Beomeosa
Beomeo Temple is located on the eastern slope of
Geumjeon-san and is said to have been built in 678
A.D. by the Great Priest Uisang during the reign
of King Munmu of the Silla Kingdom. It is one of
the three largest temples in the southeastern part
of Korea and one of the ten most famous ones of
Korea's Hwaeom Sect of Buddhism. It was destroyed
during the Japanese Invasion in 1592 and reconstructed
in 1602 but shortly after burnt again by an accidental
fire. In 1613 it was rebuilt again.
Time: Around 40 minutes by car from the hotel; 1-2
hour(s) for the visit
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Busan Aquarium
The largest scale aquarium in Korea with total floor
space of 11,269 square meters. It is located at
Haeundae Beach, only three minutes by foot from
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Gwangalli Beach
This beach is famous for its fine sand. There are
also various restaurants specialized in raw fish
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Dongbaek Island
This was an island in ancient times but due to accumulation
of earth and sand it is now not anymore. Dongbaek
Island is situated at the end of Haeundae beach
and is popular for its jogging track. This island
is only about ten minutes by foot away from the
hotel.
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Taejongdae
Taejondae is a park of dense evergreen trees with
beautiful recreational facilities, including seaside
saltwater pool, snacks and souvenirs shops, and
sightseeing boats to view the cliffs. At the entrance
is a monument dedicated to the five neutral nations
that contributed medical support during the Korean
War (1950-1953). With its white lighthouse overlooking
the sea, Taejongdae is one of the most popular tourist
attractions, with lots of people eating fresh raw
fish, taking a boat, or just enjoying the nice view.
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