Traditional Tea House Punggyeong (전통찻집 풍경)

3.5Km 2023-12-22

96 Unyong-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju

Traditional Tea House Punggyeong in Gwangju specializes in serving rich and savory traditional Korean tea. The interior is decorated in white and wood tones, creating a cozy atmosphere. From the entrance to every corner of the room, there are plants that have been cared for by the store owner, allowing visitors to feel more at ease as they enter the tea house. The drinks are served in a neat tea cup, and their most recommended tea is the house-brewed ssanghwacha (medicinal herb tea). Furthermore, it sells a variety of traditional teas that are great to savor leisurely while resting such as daechu cha (jujube tea), a unique tea with a sweet aftertaste and is known to help treat insomnia; and saenggang cha (ginger tea) with an addition of honey or malt syrup, among others.

Mudeungsan National Park (무등산국립공원)

3.6Km 2023-11-14

29 Dongsan-gil, Dong-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-227-1187

Mudeungsan National Park is a mountain park lining the edge of Hwasun-gun, Damyang-gun and Gwangju. Mudeungsan Mountain (1,186 meters) features three rock peaks called Cheonwangbong, Jiwangbong, and Inwangbong, also known as the “Jeongsang Three."

Mudeungsan’s gradual slope makes it an easy climb for all. Among the more majestic of these sites are the Seoseokdae, Gyubong, and Ipseokdae peaks. At the base of the mountain are several famous temples including Yaksasa, Jeungsimsa, and Wonhyosa Temples. Mudeungsan Mountain is also known for its beauty throughout the year. The autumn leaves around Gyubongam Hermitage and silver grass of Baengma Ridge are quite spectacular. In winter, snow and ice on the mountain create exquisite scenery as well.

Below the mountain, there are a variety of recreational facilities and tourist sites for visitors.

Homeplus - Donggwangju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 동광주)

3.7Km 2024-04-22

200, Dongmun-daero, Buk-gu, Gwangju

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De Young Museum (드영미술관)

3.7Km 2024-10-10

6 Seongchon-gil, Dong-gu, Gwangju

De Young Museum is an art gallery located at the entrance to Mudeungsan National Park. The gallery opened in 2018 with the concept of being "forever young" and aims to develop the local culture scene through connections with the local community.

H1 Hotel (에이치원호텔)

3.9Km 2024-11-20

10-6 Daeja-ro 106beon-gil, Buk-gu, Gwangju

H1 Hotel Gwangju is a business hotel that provides the comfort of a hotel with the cozy feeling of home. Offering a variety of room options to suit the diverse preferences of the guests, the hotel features a unique interior, neat and convenient facilities, affordable prices, and exceptional services. Guests can also enjoy various cultural activities or unwind at the rooftop swimming pool.

CU - Yongbong Sarang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (cu용봉사랑점)

3.9Km 2024-06-28

42, Yongju-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju

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Lotte Himart - Gwangju World Cup Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 광주월드컵점)

3.9Km 2024-04-16

240, Geumhwa-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju

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Lotte Mart - World Cup Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 월드컵점)

3.9Km 2024-04-22

240, Geumhwa-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju

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Gwangju World Cup Stadium (광주월드컵경기장)

3.9Km 2021-06-11

240, Geumhwa-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-604-2002

Gwangju World Cup Stadium is a major symbol of Gwangju. Designed to reflect the notion of ‘spreading far and wide’ the exterior is shaped like spokes of a wheel. When lit up, the stadium looks like a glowing dome. The ceiling and large ‘Y’-shaped pillars resemble a ‘Go,’ an instrument used in a traditional game from Gwangju, Gossaumnori. These architectural features were designed to capture and reflect the traditional aspects of Gwangju. The soccer stadium can accommodate up to 40,000 people at once and has many subsidiary facilities, including media center, athlete waiting room, medical care facilities, and more.

Lotte Outlets - Gwangju World Cup Branch (롯데아울렛 광주월드컵점)

4.0Km 2020-05-20

240, Geumhwa-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-606-2500

Lotte Outlets - Gwangju Worldcup Branch is the first Lotte shopping outlet to provide famous local fashion brands at a lower price. It is connected to Lotte Mart - Worldcup Branch, so one can shop for both fashion and groceries at the same time. There are sports facilities near the store, including Gwangju World Cup Stadium and a swimming pool.

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