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Andong

city in South Korea

64km

36.5667128.7167

Gyeongju

city in North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea

68km

35.85129.2167

Daejeon

metropolitan city in South Korea

141km

36.351127.385

Pyeongchang

county in Gangwon Province, South Korea

151km

37.5617128.487455

Seoul

capital city of South Korea

233km

37.5663889126.9997222
Sights (18)

Hahoe Folk Village

human settlement

61km

36.53916667128.51666667

Poseokjeong

68km

35.809182129.212265

Cheomseongdae

The oldest existing observatory in the Far East, built during the reign of Queen Seonduk in 634.

68km

35.83472222129.219

Banwolseong

69km

35.83131389129.22333611

Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

The artificial Anapji pond was originally created by King Munmu in 674. The pavilions on its banks were destroyed by fire and fell into the pond in 935. Archeological finds from the pond can be seen in the National Museum today. The pond is covered from late July to early August with blooming lotus flowers. In the middle stands a pavilion, which can be reached via steps. This place is popular with wedding couples who want to be photographed in the middle of the flower spectacle.

69km

35.83461944129.22711389

Gyeongju National Museum

A museum with four exhibition buildings, it contains treasures such as the golden crown of Geumgwanchong, the pottery piece Gimainmulhyeongtogi (a mounted soldier from the kingdom of Gaya), King Michu's golden sword.

69km

35.82898333129.22836111

Bunhwangsa

Only a pagoda built during from the reign of Queen Seondeok in 634 remains in this temple. It is thus Korea's oldest pagoda and a special feature is that it was built with bricks. Originally it had nine levels, but today only three remain. There are also a few stone figures.

70km

35.84055556129.23361111

Bongjeongsa

70km

36.653279128.661964

Seokgatap

81km

35.79129.332

Dabotap

81km

35.79129.3322

Bulguksa

A wonderful temple well outside the main city and possibly the most impressive temple in Korea. It is regarded as a masterpiece of Buddhist art, and was built in the 8th century during the Silla Kingdom period. In front of the main prayer hall, there stand two famous stone pagodas. Dabotap means the pagoda of many treasures. Standing on the right of the courtyard facing the main hall, it shows the artistic beauty of Silla culture. In comparison to the simple Seokgatap, it is highly decorative. It was so delicately carved that they say ‘Silla masons managed stones like clay.’ Seokgatap means the pagoda of Buddha. It stands on the left of the courtyard facing the main hall. This three story pagoda is admired for its simple and dignified design. It is considered Korea’s most typical stone pagoda. Note that Seokgatap is under repair with the expected date of completion to be in December 2014. A copy of the Seokgatap can be seen at the Gyeongju National Museum.

81km

35.79129.33222222

Pohang

seaport city in North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea

86km

36.03222222129.365

Golgulsa

cave in South Korea

89km

35.80305556129.40555556

Jirisan

mountain

107km

35.33694444127.73055556

Daecheong Dam

dam in South Korea

135km

36.4775127.48083333

Daejeon station

train station in South Korea

136km

36.33189444127.43452222

Expo Science Park

Commemorate the Deajeon Expo held in 1993 and committed to understanding the role of science and technology. Closed every Monday. Entrance ₩2,500 per person. Parking for 100 cars, small ₩1,500-large ₩2,000. Image simulation hall, dome image hall, energy hall, electric energy hall, and science hall science/exhibition, science academy, robot class, handicraft class, body world, dinosaur festival, unification hall, Hanbit tower, scientist street, Aqua resort, Magic plaza, Gabcheon River, restaurant street, dining hall and tourist information centre. During the 1993 Deajeon Expo, a total ₩180 billion was invested. 108 countries participated and 14 million visitors attended.

142km

36.377127.385

Yuseong Foot Spa

146km

36.354748127.347476
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Daegu

South Korea
Someday we will visit Daegu or begin to dream about going there! However, for now its not on our radar. Let us know in the comments if you think that should change!

Daegu

Daegu, and officially known as the Daegu Metropolitan City, is South Korea's fourth largest city, and the third largest metropolitan area in the nation, with over 2.5 million residents. Daegu is in southeastern Korea, about 80 km from the seacoast, near the Geumho River and its mainstream, Nakdong River in Gyeongsang-do.

Generally Daegu is known as a conservative city. As well as being the largest inland city in the country beside Seoul it has become one of the major metropolitan areas in the nation. Traditionally, Buddhism has been strong; today there are still many temples. Confucianism is also popular in Daegu, with a large academy based in the city. Neon cross-topped spires of Christian churches can also be seen in the city.

Generally Daegu is known as a conservative city. As well as being the largest inland city in the country beside Seoul it has become one of the major metropolitan areas in the nation. Traditionally, Buddhism has been strong; today there are still many temples. Confucianism is also popular in Daegu, with a large academy based in the city. Neon cross-topped spires of Christian churches can also be seen in the city.

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Climate

Average temperatures

Jan

5°C
Precipitation: 20 mm

Feb

8°C
Precipitation: 28 mm

Mar

13°C3
Precipitation: 47 mm

Apr

21°C8
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May

25°C14
Precipitation: 80 mm

Jun

28°C18
Precipitation: 142 mm

Jul

30°C22
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Aug

31°C23
Precipitation: 236 mm

Sep

27°C18
Precipitation: 143 mm

Oct

22°C11
Precipitation: 34 mm

Nov

15°C4
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Dec

8°C0
Precipitation: 15 mm