Daegu Jeil Church (대구제일교회)
1.3 Km 11200 2023-01-06
50, Gukchaebosang-ro 102-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu
+82-53-253-2615
Daegu Jeil Church is the oldest Protestant Church in Gyeongsangbuk-do Province. Initially established in 1898 over four tile-roofed houses, Daegu Jeil Church was rebuilt in 1933 with traditional and Western architectural designs. Subsequently, Deacon Lee Ju-Yeol dedicated a 33m bell tower in 1937, whlie the church underwent an interior renovation in 1969, and an expansion in 1981.
In conjuction with its physical development, which was at the forefront of the nation's architectural modernization, the church contributed largely to modernization and expansion of Christianity in the region as well as in Korea. In addition, by introducing modern medicine and education to the citizens of Daegu, the founders of Daegu Jeil Church stimulated social development in the region.
Union Tourist Hotel (유니온관광호텔)
1.4 Km 12539 2019-11-05
117, Taepyeong-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu-si
+82-53-252-2221
Union Tourist Hotel is located at the center of downtown Daegu near several ground transportation hubs such as Daegu Subway Station, Dongdaegu Train Station and Daegu Express Bus Terminal. The hotel features cozy guest rooms and a variety of convenience facilities. Guests may take advantage of the hotel's location to visit nearby tourist attractions including department stores and local markets.
Daegu Yangnyeongsi Museum of Oriental Medicine (대구약령시 한의약박물관)
1.4 Km 5771 2023-01-06
49, Dalgubeol-daero 415-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu
+82-53-253-3359
Yangnyeongsi Museum of Oriental Medicine continues to provide an opportunity to experience the 350-year-old traditions of Oriental medicine and medicine markets through multiple exhibitions and various hands-on experience programs. The museum provides graphics and animation shows in four languages as well as approximately 300 items on display. The first floor also houses the nation’s only wholesale market of traditional medicinal herbs.
Daegu Modern History Museum (대구근대역사관)
1.4 Km 13334 2021-07-20
67, Gyeongsanggamyeong-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu
+82-53-606-6430
Located in Pojeong-dong, Jung-gu, Daegu, the Daegu Modern History Museum was officially opened on January 24, 2011. The museum is housed in a building that is rich in history. First built by Japan in 1932 as a bank, the building was once a symbol of repression and exploitation during the Japanese colonial rule. Today, the building stands proudly as an educational site and bears the title of ‘Cultural Property No. 49’ in recognition of its historical and cultural significance.
The two-story museum (1,971 square meters) houses a permanent exhibition (1F), featured exhibition (2F), and a hands-on exhibition room and classroom for diverse cultural activities and lectures. The history exhibition features the lifestyle of Daegu citizens, local customs, and education of the late 19th century and the early 20th century.
Daegu Goods - Daegu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (대구굿즈 대구)
1.4 Km 0 2024-04-19
1F, 69, Seoseong-ro 14-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu
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Petite Joongang Family Museum (작은 중앙가족박물관(한방개인박물관))
1.4 Km 10445 2021-12-20
50-5, Jungang-daero 77-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu
+82-53-252-6606
Petite Joongang Family Museum is a family-owned museum that showcases the antiquities of Oriental medicine, as practiced by a local family for three generations over 90 years in the city of Daegu, a city known for its 350-year-old medicinal herb market. The tools used by the family including scales, medicine bowls, prescriptions and manuscripts of traditional medicine tell the history of Oriental medicine in Korea as well as the family's dedication to treatment using the traditional herbal medicine practice. The museum serves its visitors with healthy Oriental medicine tea, while the living family members offer free medical consultation.
Gyeongsanggamnyeong Park (경상감영공원)
1.5 Km 15204 2018-08-07
99, Gyeongsanggamyeong-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu
+82-53-254-9404
Located in central Daegu, Gyeongsanggamyeong Park was built during the 34th year of King Seonjo of the Joseon Dynasty (1601) and was the original location of Gyeongsanggamyeong (1910), the office of the Gyeongsangbuk-do governor. In 1965 the provincial office was moved to another location and the park opened its doors to the public under the name of Central Park. The park was renamed again in 1997 and has been known as Gyeongsanggamyeong Park ever since.
Many cultural and historical heritages are located in the park including the Seonhwa-dang building where the governor worked (Daegu Tangible Cultural Property No.1); the Jungcheong-gak building that was one of the governor’s residences (Daegu Tangible Cultural Property No.2); and Seonjeong-bi gravestone where governor’s achievements are engraved. Seonhwa-dang building in particular has historical significance since it is one of the few remaining government buildings.
The park is well loved by citizens for its green forest, beautiful flowers, well-developed grass plaza, scenic fountain area, and its comfortable walking paths.
Daegu Modern History Streets (Tour of Modern Streets) (대구 근대골목(근대로의 여행))
1.5 Km 11218 2023-10-27
66, Gukchaebosang-ro 102-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu
+82-53-661-3327
Daegu Modern History Streets is an experiential tour that brings the participants across Daegu’s alleyways and living history. During the Korean War, Daegu was much less damaged than other regions. Because of that, the city retains the changes in lifestyles before and after the war relatively well.
There are 13 courses in total, run by regional self-governance groups in Daegu, defined according to different themes and areas. The most popular among them is Course 2, the Modern Cultural Street, which takes visitors on a tour of major sites associated with Daegu’s modernity. Follow the retro aesthetics and the history of Daegu and Korea along places like Kyesan Catholic Church, Jeil Church, old houses, and the former Chinese Elementary School.
Note that multilingual tours are offered to international visitors in English, Japanese, and Chinese, in regular tours (14:00 every Saturday) and on-demand tours (available for groups of more than 5). Reservations are offered on the official website.
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