May 18 Democratic Uprising Archives (5•18민주화운동 기록관)

9.0 Km 0 2024-01-03

221 Geumnam-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju

The May 18 Democratization Movement was a righteous uprising by citizens that took place in Gwangju for ten days from May 18 to 27 in 1980. The May 18 Democratic Uprising Archives was established in 2015 at the former Gwangju Catholic Center, a historical site of May 1980, to systematically collect and preserve the May 18 Democratization Movement's heritage that led to the democracy in Korea today. Through the efforts of Gwangju citizens, visitors can see the original records of the May 18 Democratization Movement, inscribed on the UNESCO Memory of the World in 2011. Visitors can also view the records with a guide or through online exhibitions. The May 18 Democratic Uprising Archives is a place that preserves the history of all Korean citizens.

Olive Young - Gwangju Chungjangro 1-ga Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 광주충장로1가)

9.0 Km 0 2024-04-22

105-1, Chungjang-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju

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8 Seconds - Chungjang-ro Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (에잇세컨즈 충장로점)

9.0 Km 0 2024-04-23

1F, 72, Singwang-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

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Sejong Hotel Gwangju

9.0 Km 5944 2021-04-09

30, Gyeongyang-ro 165beon-gil, Buk-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-528-0071, +82-10-5197-1401

Gwangju Sejong Hotel is very conveniently located since it’s a mere 3 minutes away from Gwangju Station on foot. The 6-story building has 35 cozy, quality rooms at affordable rates. All the rooms are furnished with TV, refrigerator, air conditioner, and desktop computer for the convenience of the guests. The hotel offers pick-up service from Gwangju Station for those using public transportation. There is a convenience store right next to the hotel, with lots of restaurants to choose from around the hotel where you can try famous Jeollanam-do-style Korean cuisine and dishes during your stay in Gwangju.

ABC-Mart - Gwangju Chungjang-ro 2(i)-ga Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ABC마트 광주충장로2가)

9.0 Km 0 2024-04-22

89-1, Chungjang-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju

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ABC-Mart - Gwangju Chungjang-ro Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ABC마트 GS광주충장로)

9.1 Km 0 2024-04-16

GS Gwangju Chungjang-ro Branch, 83, Chungjang-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju

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Gwangju Hey Party [Korea Quality] / 광주헤이파티 [한국관광 품질인증]

9.1 Km 2243 2023-02-22

23, Gyeongyang-ro 165beon-gil, Buk-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-528-0012, +82-10-5197-1401

I Am Guesthouse has clean and cozy rooms. It's easy to get to the guesthouse because it's right across from Gwangju Station. The guesthouse serves free Korean breakfast and brunch for the convenience of the guests. Rooms of different sizes can accommodate up to 4, 6, 10, and 12 people, each furnished with air conditioner, hair dryer, Internet, powder room for female travelers, and personal safe. One of the most popular tourist destinations in Gwangju is Mudeungsan Mountain, but Gwangju is famous for its food. Korean table d’hote and grilled rib patties are a must-try in Gwangju.

Gwangju Chungjang World Festival of Memories (광주 추억의 충장축제)

9.1 Km 0 2022-10-14

41, Geumnamno 1(il)-ga, Dong-gu, Gwangju
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-62-233-1007

This audition festival takes place in the city of culture and art, Gwangju, and has a grand prize of 1 million won. For approximately ten days, the festival is hosted in the areas of 5.18 Democracy Square and Asia Culture Center. There are also free zone stages all throughout Gwangju for street performances.

MLB - Chungjang-ro Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (엠엘비 충장로점)

9.1 Km 0 2024-04-16

82-2, Chungjang-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju

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Nike - Lotte Gwangju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (나이키 롯데광주)

9.1 Km 0 2024-04-17

5F, 268, Dongnip-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju

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