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1. Haeundae Beach
Busan's (and perhaps South Korea's) most popular beach, you certainly won't be escaping the crowds if you come during the summer. From June to...
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2. Jagalchi Market
South Korea's largest seafood market, Jagalchi (roughly translates to "Pebble Village") Market became mostly a fish market after the Korean War....
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3. Gukje Market
The largest and oldest shijang in Busan, the vendors here sell a variety of items -- everything from food to industrial goods and clothes. Open...
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4. Songjeong Beach
On the far eastern side of Busan, Songjeong Beach's shallow waters are also perfect for children. Not as popular as Haeundae or Gwangalli beaches,...
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5. Busanjin Market
Although there are a large cluster of clothing stores, this is the market catering to newlyweds. Here you can find everything a new bride needs...
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6. Gwangalli Beach
Famous for its fine sand, Gwangalli Beach stretches 1.4 km (almost a mile). When Japan colonized Korea in the last century, this beach was used...
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7. Yongdusan Park (Dragon Head Mountain Park)
Yongdusan is so-named because the shape of the mountain seems to resemble the head of a dragon that climbs out of the sea. A popular park for both...
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8. Daeshin Citizen's Park
Located near Dong-A University's main campus on Gubongsan, this small city park is densely populated by older trees on the hillside. A forest retreat...
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9. Eulsuk-do Bird Sanctuary/Nakdong Bird Estuary
The spot where the Nakdong River meets the South Sea has been declared a natural monument since 1966. Where the large mouth of the river forms,...
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10. Busan Museum
This is the major museum for the art, culture, and history of Busan. Built in 1975, the building was renovated in 2002. With over 4,500 items in...
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The Best of NileGuide
- There’s never a reason to be bored in Busan. There are just too many things to do. Start with the must-see attractions, move to the big sights and fine museums, check out some tours, dig in to some outdoor activities, and work your way down to the between-the-cracks, off-the-beaten-path gems. Just leave some time to catch your breath.
