Chungjangsa Shrine (충장사)

5.7Km 29569 2023-01-25

13, Songgang-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-613-5407

When you reach Baejae along the tourist road leading up to Wonhyosa Temple, you can see the well-maintained tomb and the magnificent building of Chungjangsa Shrine on the left. It was built in 1975 as a memorial to General Kim Deok-ryeong, born in Mudeungsan Mountain. In the precincts, there are the shrine, where Kim Deok-ryeong's portrait and command paper are enshrined; the east room and west room; Eullyun Monument and Commentary Monument, the relics hall; Chungyongmun Gate; and Ikomun Gate. In the relics hall, the clothes of 'General Kim Deok-ryeong,' designated as Important Folk Material, and the coffin excavated from the general's tomb, as well as his handwriting, are on display. On the hill behind the shrine is Kim Deok-ryeong's tomb and tombstone, as well as his family's tomb.

Gwangju Kimchi Festival (광주김치축제)

5.8Km 64114 2024-09-11

111 Naebang-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-613-3992

Gwangju Kimchi Festival is held to promote one of Korea's most famous specialties, kimchi. The festival offers diverse kimchi-related programs and entertaining events. Visitors can learn about how to make award-winning kimchi, and purchase kimchi at great prices.

Ramada Plaza Gwangju (라마다프라자 광주호텔)

5.9Km 11548 2021-06-01

149, Sangmujayu-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-717-7000

Ramada Plaza Gwangju, opened in October 2008, was thoroughly assessed by the famous Wyndham Hotel Group (USA) and received much praise for its luxurious design and wide variety of amenities. As a result of the assessment, the hotel was awarded the title of “Plaza,” a prestigious rank given only to the highest grade of Ramada hotels. Ramada Plaza Gwangju takes pride in being the only premium first class hotel in Gwangju and boasts a staff of recognized experts in their respective fields, providing world-class service to the guests.

The hotel structure and interior of the guestrooms were designed by the Australian company ISM Design Co. while the designs for the lobby and sky lounge were undertaken by the famous Japanese interior design company Super Potato. Ramada Plaza Gwangju is famous not just as a high-quality hotel, but also as a popular multicultural complex.

Tourist Hotel Masters (마스터스관광호텔)

5.9Km 9664 2020-07-08

46, Sangmuyeonha-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-382-7700

Tourist Hotel Masters, located in Gwangju, offers modern facilities, quality customer service, and modern guestrooms with an array of design concepts. For the convenience of guests, the hotel provides a comfortable business center in the lobby and offers traditionally brewed German beer and live music at “Munchen Brauhaus.” There is also a coffee shop from which you can take in the scenic view of Gwangju while slowly sipping your drink.

Hotel Central (센트럴관광호텔)

5.9Km 4960 2020-04-17

68, Sangmuyeonha-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-383-7575

Hotel Central is an affordable tourist hotel located in the city center of Gwangju. The hotel aims to meet every need of today's modern travelers, from high-speed internet to safety and comfort.

Bolton Hotel [Korea Quality] / 볼튼호텔 [한국관광 품질인증]

5.9Km 229 2024-06-26

31 , Sangmuyeonha-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-714-1003

F&T Hotel is a business hotel close to Sangmu station on Gwangju Subway Line 1 in Jeollanam-do. All rooms have clothing stylers, while some also have massage chairs and air purifiers. On the first floor, there is a business zone where guests can use desktop PCs, laptops, and printers free of charge. Breakfast is a free Korean and Western buffet. The location is close to transport links such as KTX/SRT Gwangju Songjeong Station and U Square Bus Terminal, and Gwangju’s major tourist attractions are also nearby.

Dubai hotel [Korea Quality] / 두바이호텔 [한국관광 품질인증]

5.9Km 271 2020-09-09

47, Sangmubeonyeong-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-10-5094-1400

Gwangju Dubai Hotel opened in September 2016. The 13-story building houses 85 rooms of different types such as double, twin rooms, and suites. In all rooms, double beds are king-sized and bathrooms are equipped with a whirlpool bathtub. Each room is decorated uniquely so that visitors can look forward to something new every time they visit. The overall bright and light interior design in white, and the luxurious chandelier and indirect lighting, take the elegance of the hotel to the next level. Valet parking and breakfast are provided without charge; breakfast, which is American buffet with Korean dishes, is served from 7:30 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. All staff members of Dubai Hotel put cleanness and friendliness first to keep the place pleasant and comfortable. From the hotel, it takes about 10 minutes by car to Gwangju Airport; 15 minutes to KTX/SRT Gwangju Songjeong Station; and 10 minutes to U-Square Gwangju Bus Terminal. Kim Daejung Convention Center and 5·18 Memorial Park are close, and Gwangju City Hall is within walking distance. Trips to nearby regions such as Mokpo, Naju, Muan, and Hampyeong are also easy.

Venture Business hotel [Korea Quality] / 벤처 비즈니스 호텔(유한회사 벤처) [한국관광 품질인증]

6.0Km 299 2024-07-08

5-6 , Sangmujungang-ro 38beon-gil, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-655-7777, +82-10-7274-5532

Venture Business Hotel stands close to Sangmu station on subway line 1 in Gwangju, Jeollanam-do. Visitors can chose from several types of room including ondol rooms, family rooms, VIP twin bed rooms with terrace, and accessible rooms with bathrooms for disabled customers. All rooms are equipped with air dressers to keep your clothing fresh, and some have massage chairs and jacuzzis. Hotel facilities include free breakfast, use of washing machine and dryer, a business center and a 24-hour information desk.

Firenze Hotel (피렌체호텔)

6.0Km 11070 2020-06-05

5-8, Sangmujungang-ro 38beon-gil, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-380-0000

Located in downtown Gwangju, Firenze Hotel is a quality hotel with state-of-the-art facilities and a tasteful European interior decor emphasizing "smooth and modern design." The hotel also has a banquet room perfect for important meeting between friends, family, or business colleagues.

Namdo Folk Food Exhibition Room & Honam Cultural Material Pavilion (남도향토음식박물관·호남문화자료전시관)

6.1Km 15136 2021-11-27

477, Seoljuk-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-410-6642

Located in Gwangju, the Namdo Folk Food Exhibition Room was established to preserve and promote the local foods of the Namdo region. The museum has a museum shop, both permanent exhibitions and special planned exhibitions, and a studio where visitors can watch a variety of video content related to the local foods. In the Honam Cultural Material Pavilion, literature, clothing, and artwork from the region are on display.

The museum building was designed to resemble both the long, rectangular presses used to make patterned rice cakes and the Ipseokdae Rock of Mudeungsan Mountain, a symbol of Gwangju. Even the colors of the building’s walls hold special significance. The obangsaek (five colors; blue, white, red, black, and yellow) symbolize the cardinal directions, the seasons, the major organs in the body, different tastes, feelings, and philosophy.

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