Daegu Modern History Streets (Tour of Modern Streets) (대구 근대골목(근대로의 여행))

4.0Km 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.

Gyeongsanggamnyeong Park (경상감영공원)

4.0Km 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 Art Factory (대구예술발전소)

4.0Km 2023-10-23

31-12, Dalseong-ro 22-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu

Daegu Art Factory is housed in an old tobacco plant, renovated into a space for art and culture. It hosts various exhibitions dedicated to Korean and international artists. Some of these include exhibitions dedicated to Daegu’s modernity, works of young artists, experimental projects, AI-based exhibitions, seminars, and art lectures. Through these exhibitions, Daegu Art Factory is cementing its status as an important platform for art exchange in Daegu. There’s also a space for families (children’s book reading room) for greater accessibility.