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Korea Bamboo Museum (한국대나무박물관)

Korea Bamboo Museum (한국대나무박물관)

14.1Km    2021-07-19

35, Jukhyangmunhwa-ro, Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-380-2901

The Korean Bamboo Museum is a comprehensive complex that preserves, exhibits, produces, and allows people to experience bamboo products. First opened in 1981 at Damju-ri, the museum was expanded and relocated to the current location in March 1998. Not only does the museum provide bamboo-related exhibitions, it also provides techniques on making bamboo products as well as holds the Bamboo Festival every May.

Duzon Hotel A (더존호텔A)

Duzon Hotel A (더존호텔A)

14.1Km    2024-12-22

60-37 , Imbangul-daero 826beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-973-6699

Duzon Hotel A in Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, Jeollanam-do, is located in Gwangju’s high-tech district where the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology and Government Complex 2 are based. The hotel is just 20 minutes from Gwangju Airport and KTX Songjeong-ri Station, while tourist destinations such as Damyang and Jangseong are also nearby. It is good for an accommodation for academic societies, Namdo tours, and golf trips.

Duzon Hotel (더존호텔)

Duzon Hotel (더존호텔)

14.1Km    2024-12-22

60-37 , Imbangul-daero 826beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-973-6699

Duzon Hotel in Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, Jeollanam-do, is located in Gwangju’s high-tech district where the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology and Government Complex 2 are based. The hotel is just 20 minutes from Gwangju Airport and KTX Songjeong-ri Station, while tourist destinations such as Damyang and Jangseong are also nearby. It is good for an accommodation for academic societies, Namdo tours, and golf trips.

Damyang Apzip (담양앞집)

Damyang Apzip (담양앞집)

14.1Km    2024-12-26

전라남도 담양군 담양읍 죽향문화로 22

This restaurant is famous for serving Damyang tteokgalbi (Grilled Galbi Patties), served alongside noodles. They use local produce and focus on enhancing the ingredients’ natural flavors. When you order tteokgalbi here, it’s presented on a large plate with a salad, much like a Western-style brunch. Their housemade noodles, crafted from a blend of buckwheat and Damyang bamboo leaves, are also a standout.

Top Cloud Hotel (탑클라우드호텔(광주점))

Top Cloud Hotel (탑클라우드호텔(광주점))

14.2Km    2024-12-22

57-1 , Imbangul-daero 825beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-972-3111

The Top Cloud Hotel in Gwangju, Jeollanam-do, is an impressive building with a luxurious interior. Rooms are comfy with high-quality bedding for a good night’s sleep, and all offer splended night views over Gwangju and its Gwangsan high-tech district. Facilities include a hearty breakfast, a 24-hour information desk, and concierge service.

Gwangju National Science Museum (국립광주과학관)

Gwangju National Science Museum (국립광주과학관)

14.4Km    2021-05-24

235, Cheomdangwagi-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-960-6210

Gwangju National Science Museum was opened in 2013 to promote science. The museum specializes in light and science with a spaceship-shaped exterior. Many of the exhibitions consist of hands-on programs, providing visitors a chance to use their imagination to further learn about science.

Energy Park Haedammaru (광주에너지파크 해담마루)

Energy Park Haedammaru (광주에너지파크 해담마루)

14.5Km    2024-12-17

131 Sangmugongwon-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju

Energy Park Haedammaru opened in September 28, 2021, to educate visitors on the importance of energy. By exhibiting new and renewable energy, as well as different experience programs, visitors are able to understand the importance of energy usage and how to save more energy in daily life.

Gwangju Gongyeon Maru (광주광역시공연마루)

Gwangju Gongyeon Maru (광주광역시공연마루)

14.7Km    2025-03-15

3 Sangmusimin-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju

Gwangju Gongyeon Maru (Performance Maru) was the performance hall that was used during the World Photonics Expo 2010 Gwangju. After the Expo, the performance hall continued to host various events and performances. After becoming an official performance hall in 2014, it became a permanent performance hall of Gwangju in 2018 after a renovation. 

Ssangam Park (쌍암공원)

Ssangam Park (쌍암공원)

14.7Km    2021-08-13

39, Cheomdanjungang-ro 182beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-960-8704

Ssangam Park is located in front of the Gwangju Institute of Science and technology within Cheomdanjigu (the high-technology district) in Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju. Thanks to the beautiful lake at its center, the park is also known as “Lake Park.” The lake is surrounded with landscaped azaleas and pine trees and is home to several fountains. At least once a month, a cultural festival takes place at the park.

Convenience facilities include 146 benches, 3 restrooms, and 3 playgrounds. The park is especially popular among students since it has a gym and a wide grassy field perfect for playing sports.