Bunsanseong Fortress (김해 분산성)

14.2Km 2023-01-18

210-162, Gaya-ro 405beon-gil, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-330-3925

Bunsanseong Fortress was constructed in the 3rd year of the reign of Goryeo's King U (1377) by Magistrate Park Wi to defend against foreign enemies, but it was destroyed during the Japanese invasion of 1592. The fortress we see today was reconstructed by Magistrate Jeong Hyeon-seok in the 8th year of the reign of Joseon's King Gojong (1871). However, it is estimated that it was first built during the days of Gaya. It is a temoe-style fortress with rocks piled up like a long band at the peak of Bunsan from which downtown Gimhae, Gimhae Plains, the Nakdonggang River and the South Sea are all in a single, panoramic view. Today, fortress walls remain stretching for some 900 meters on the slope towards the city and, inside the fortress, there are two gate sites in the south and north, an auxiliary gate on the west, a well site and several other building sites. The exact length of the remaining fortress walls is 929 meters and the average x_width is about 8 meters.

Inside the fortress lies Haeeunsa Temple, which was built to pay respects to Queen Heo of Garak who had come from the sea, according to stories. The temple also enshrines portraits of King Suro and Queen Heo that were painted during the Joseon dynasty. During the Japanese invasion of 1592, monk soldiers were stationed at this temple.

The fortress is more popularly called "Manjangdae" by Gimhae locals, and this name originated from the description, "A tall tower 10,000 (man) gil in x_height," granted by Daewongun in the Joseon dynasty for this advanced base that defeats Japanese invaders. A writing of "Manjangdae" written by Daewongun himself as well as his stamp are engraved on a rock behind a beacon that was restored in 1999.

Subaekdang Dwaejigukbap Gimhae Branch (수백당돼지국밥김해점)

14.2Km 2024-01-24

109 Inje-ro, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Subaekdang Dwaejigukbap specializes in dwaeji gukbap (pork and rice soup) with boiled pork slices and rice in a broth simmered with pork bones. Its owner is said to have visited 96 pork soup restaurants across the country to study the taste and make the best pork and rice soup. The rich, refreshing broth made by boiling pork backbone for a long time is excellent. This restaurant also serves sundae gukbap (sundae and rice soup) made with premium Berkshire pork. The Maneul Suyuk Baekban (garlic and boiled pork slices set menu), one of its signature items, is made with pork belly that anyone loves and topped with garlic sauce.

Gimhae Gujibong Peak (김해 구지봉)

14.3Km 2021-07-13

Gusan-dong, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-055-331-0086

Gujibong Peak in Gusan-dong, Gimhae in Gyeongsangnam-do is believed to be the birthplace of King Suro, the founder of the Gaya kingdom. The peak was originally named Gusubong (“gu” meaning “turtle,” “su” meaning “head”) after its resemblance to the head of a turtle. The flat part of the peak (the turtle’s “head”) is home to the Tomb of King Suro. On the summit is a southern-style dolmen dating back to the 4th century BC that consists of 5 or 6 support stones and a large cover stone measuring 2.5m in diameter. The cover stone bears the inscription “Gujibongseok,” said to be written by Han Ho.

Gujibong Peak is considered a sacred place by the local people because, according to legend, it is the place where the creation of the Gaya Kingdom took place. During the Japanese colonial rule, the “neck” of the turtle was destroyed by the construction of a mountain road. Years later, a pedestrian road was built to rejoin the neck and restore the feng shui of the mountain.

Homeplus - Busan Jeonggwan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 부산정관)

14.4Km 2024-04-23

B2F, 124, Singomae-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Olive Young - Busan Jeonggwan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 부산정관점)

14.4Km 2024-06-26

575-3 Jeonggwan-ro, Jeonggwan-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan

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Olive Young - Busan Minam Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 부산미남역점)

14.5Km 2024-06-27

1F, #101, 3, Asiad-daero 231beon-gil, Dongnae-gu, Busan

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Dongnaeeupseong History Festival (동래읍성역사축제)

14.5Km 2025-07-11

80 Munhwa-ro, Dongnae-gu, Busan
+82-51-550-4092

The Dongnaeeupseong History Festival offers an immersive experience of the history and culture of Dongnaeeupseong Walled Town, where the Battle of Dongnaeseong Fortress took place against the Japanese army during the Imjin War in 1592. Highlights include a musical dramatizing the patriotic spirit of the Dongnae Governor during the battle and various hands-on experiences, such as participating as Dongnae citizens using traditional Joseon-era coins.

Lotte Himart - Jeonggwan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 정관점)

14.6Km 2024-04-19

45, Jeonggwan 6-ro, Jeonggwan-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan

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Ahopsan Forest (아홉산숲)

14.6Km 2025-10-23

37-1 Midong-gil, Gijang-gun, Busan

Ahopsan Forest is a forest located at the foot of Ahopsan Mountain in Cheolma-myeon, Gijang-gun, Busan. It is a place where visitors can meet the undamaged natural environment and ecology. Diverse forests ㅡsuch as bamboo forests, cypress forests, cedar trees, ginkgo trees, and natural forests, including Geumgang pine trees aged 100 to 300 years, make up Ahopsan Mountain. It is a private forest with a total area of 520,000 square meters and has been there for about 400 years. Only a limited number of people who have made a reservation in advance are allowed to enter for nature conservation. Unlike amusement parks and recreation areas, viewing is possible only within the limits that do not damage nature. However, forest experiences, activity programs for children, and forest explanation program are offered for visitors' entertainment.

Olive Young - Busan Dongnae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 부산동래)

14.8Km 2024-04-18

35, Myeongnyun-ro 129beon-gil, Dongnae-gu, Busan

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