Dong District, Busan

Name: Dong District
Address: Busan, South Korea

#67 among attractions in Busan

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Dong District is a gu in central Busan, South Korea. It was one of the first 6 gu of Busan established in 1957. ()

Local name: 동구 Area: 3.77 mi²Coordinates: 35°7'46"N, 129°2'46"E

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동구 (수정2동)Busan South Korea

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Dong District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Jagalchi Market, Yongdusan Park, Busan Tower, Gukje Market.

2.4 miSW
The largest seafood market in Korea
Jagalchi Market, Busan
62 min walk • Jagalchi Market, located in the bustling port city of Busan, South Korea, is the largest seafood market in the country. Renowned for its wide array of fresh and live seafood, it is a vibrant hub of activity that provides a unique glimpse into the culinary culture of...
2.1 miS
Mountain park with an observation tower
Yongdusan Park, Busan
55 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Busan, South Korea, Yongdusan Park offers a tranquil escape with a blend of natural beauty and historical significance. This serene park is perched atop a hill, providing visitors with panoramic views of the city and harbor below.
2.1 miS
Soaring tower with a viewing deck
Busan Tower, Busan
54 min walk • Busan Tower stands as a proud emblem of its namesake city, Busan, South Korea. This 120-meter-high tower is situated in Yongdusan Park and offers visitors a panoramic view of the city and its coastline. Constructed in 1973, Busan Tower is not as tall as some of the...
2.2 miSW
Shopping, Market
Gukje Market, Busan
56 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Busan, South Korea, Gukje Market stands as a vibrant testament to the city's rich history and cultural tapestry. This sprawling market, which traces its roots back to the Korean War, has since evolved into a must-visit destination for...
2 miSW
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Busan Modern History Museum, Busan
52 min walk • The Busan Modern History Museum stands as a testament to the rich and turbulent history of Busan, South Korea's second-largest city. Located in the central district of Jung-gu, the museum is housed in a historic building that has witnessed the ebb and flow of Busan's...
1.9 miS
Neighbourhood
40–step stairway, Busan
48 min walk • The 40-step stairway, located in the heart of Busan, South Korea, is a historic landmark that encapsulates a significant part of the city's past. Nestled in the Jung District, this cultural site serves as a poignant reminder of the Korean War and the hardships faced by...
1.7 miSW
Park
Democracy Park, Busan
44 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Busan, South Korea, Democracy Park stands as a verdant oasis and a symbol of the nation's commitment to democratic values. Established to commemorate the pro-democracy movement in Busan, the park serves as a poignant reminder of South...
2.4 miS
Bridge
Yeongdo Bridge, Busan
61 min walk • Yeongdodaegyo A.K.A. Yeongdodari is a bascule bridge in Yeongdo, Busan, Republic of Korea. It is also called Yeongdo Bridge in English. Completed in 1934, it connects Jung District ward on Busan mainland to Yeongdo District on the Yeongdo Island spanning the south port of Busan.
2.3 miS
Bridge
Busan Bridge, Busan
60 min walk • Busandaegyo is a bridge in Busan, South Korea. The bridge connects the districts of Yeongdo District and Jung District. The bridge was completed in 1980.
1 miNE
Park, Forts and castles
Busanjinseong, Busan
25 min walk • The Branch Wall-fortress in Busanjin is located at Beomil-dong, Dong-gu, Busan Metropolitan City, the Republic of Korea.The existing wall-fortress remains were constructed by the Japanese military during the Japanese invasion of Korea. There are two assertions on the name of Jaseong. One is that the wall-fortress on the current Mt.
2.1 miSE
Bridge
Busan Harbor Bridge, Busan
54 min walk • Busan Harbor Bridge is a bridge in Busan, South Korea. The bridge connects the districts of Yeongdo District and Nam District. The bridge was completed in 2014.