Eight Scenic sights of Gwangju

Four Seasons of Mt. Mudeung
Mt. Mudeung is a representative symbol of Gwangju, which contains the ideologies of Namdo people. Pink and royal azaleas in Spring, red leaves and purple eulalia in Autumn, snow flower in Winter are the best charms of Mt. Mudeung.


In Spring, cherry blossoms at their best form a tunnel at the mouth of the park. Full-blown acacia blossoms in Summer, and red and fallen leaves in Autumn are additional charms of the park. Strolling along the path is a good idea for relaxation. In particular, the sun-rise viewed from the park is spectacular.

Bingwoldang Pavilion and Rain fog at Hwangnyong River
Bingwoldang is a lecture hall of Wol bong local school from which famous scholars and public servants of Joseon period such as Kim Dae-seung, Park Sang, Park Soon, Kim Jang-seang and Kim Jib were produced. As Hwangnyong River has good conditions as a habitat for birds, protective kinds of birds such as common herons and egrets stay here in groups. Especially, it is said that the rain-fog of the river is mysteriously beautiful.

Pochungsa Shrine was established to honor fidelity of five royal soldiers such as Go Gyeong-myeong, Go Jong-hoo, Go In-hoo, Yu Pang-no, and An Young who had raised an army of 7,000 in the cause of justice loyalty and had died a glorious death on the battlefield. It is a charm both for domestic and foreign visitors. Gossaum Theme Park in Daechon field shows regionally-distinctive cultural remains.
Night View at Jatgogae Ridge
Gwangju night view seen from the Jatgogae Ridge on the way of Mudeungsan villas has a picturesque beauty. The fortress site of Mujingoseong surrounding the Jatgogae Ridge is oval, 3,500m in circumference along the ridgeline of the mountain centering on Jangwon peak.
Cultural Walk of Jungoe Park
Jungoe Park is popular as a city park which provides various entertainment facilities and beautiful nature. As it includes an educational promotion center, Biennale exhibition halls, and game facilities, it is crowded with people during holidays. In particular, it is famous for autumnal red and yellow leaves, and the Mujigaedari(rainbow bridge) installed at the gateway of Gwangju symbolizes Biennale events. It is also famous for Kimchi Festival.
Five delicacies of Gwangju
The Epicure must be like Namdo-province's taste by fresh agricultural and marine products. Those are produced by plentiful Honam field and southwest sea-shore.


Boribab is made of seasonal vegetables, red-pepper, soy paste, sesame oil. It stimulates one's appetite and is digestible. Boribap with a cold Dongdong-ju(rice wine) followed by mountain-climbing is more recommendable than any other dinner course.


Songjeong Ddeokgalbi
There are lots of Ddeokgalbi restaurants in front of Gwangsan district office. To make Ddeokgalbi, ribs are minced, made square like rice cake, seasoned with garlic, ginger, and sesame oil and roasted on charcoal. It is good as a side-dish in drinking. Its tasty smell attracts passengers.
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