Hwawon Park (화원동산) - Area information - Korea travel information

Hwawon Park (화원동산)

15.3Km    2024-04-08

40-14 , Samunjin-ro 1-gil, Dalseong-gun, Daegu
+82-53-659-4465

Hwawon Park, a vast park beside the Nakdonggang River, is steeped in history. The river, once bustling with Samunjin Quay, where ships laden with goods frequented, now features Samunjin Ferries. Visitors can access Dalseong Marsh Ecological Park via a floating walkway across the river. In the vicinity, the Samunjin Jumakchon Village offers traditional beverages and delicacies, including makgeolli (unrefined rice wine) and pajeon (green onion pancake). With well-maintained walking trails, cafés, and picnic spots, the park serves as an ideal destination for family outings.

The ARC Communication Space (디아크문화관)

15.5Km    2024-02-29

57 Gangjeongbon-gil, Dasa-eup, Dalseong-gun, Daegu
+82-53-585-0916

The ARC Communication Space features exhibition halls and art galleries on the underground floor, and Circle Theater on the first and second floors, all centered around the theme of water. The name "ARC" stands for Architecture of River Culture and Artistry of River Culture, showcasing themes such as the relationship between rivers and people, rivers and music, rivers and literature, the birth of life, and the rise of civilization.

Palgongsan National Park (Gatbawi Section) (팔공산국립공원(갓바위지구))

15.6Km    2025-04-08

716-64 Gatbawi-ro 81-gil, Wachon-myeon, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Located east of Daegu downtown, Palgongsan Mountain (altitude 1,192.3 meters) was called both Jungaksan and Buaksan Mountain during the Silla period. The mountain has many ancient temples and historical sites such as the Gatbawi Stone Buddha, Wonhyosa Temple, Cheonseongsa Temple and Bulgulsa Temple.

Samunjin Jumakchon Village (사문진 주막촌)

15.7Km    2023-11-09

40-12 Samunjin-ro 1-gil, Hwawon-eup, Dalseong-gun, Daegu

Samunjin was the location of a ferry dock on the Nakdonggang River in the past. During the Japanese occupation, the area was turned into a recreation ground, which saw many people coming to enjoy leisure strolls. In November 2013, three hanok jumak (traditional dining establishment) were built at the site of the old dock and the current Samunjin Jumakchon Village was opened.  The jumak serve a range of foods that were enjoyed in the past, such as makgeolli, gukbap, and buchujeon (chives pancake). The village is well-known as a place to enjoy the sunset.

Olive Young - Gyeongsan Hayang-daero Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 경산하양대로점)

16.4Km    2025-10-28

668 Daegyeong-ro, Hayang-eup, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Aritaum - Daegu Catholic Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아리따움 대가대)

16.6Km    2024-04-18

1F, #103, 58, Hayang-ro, Hayang-eup, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

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Olive Young - Gyeongsan Hayang-ro Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 경산하양점)

16.7Km    2025-10-28

82, Hayang-ro, Hayang-eup, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Gyeongsan Gatbawi Wish Fulfillment Festival (경산 갓바위소원성취축제)

16.8Km    2025-10-23

Wachon-myeon, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-53-819-0332

Gyeongsan Gatbawi Wish Fulfillment Festival is a healing and participatory festival that blends traditional culture with modern performances. Various events and hands-on activities are offered during the festival, including tea ceremony programs, temple stay, wish pagoda stacking, meditation, and yoga. Visitors can also explore various regional products such as fresh Wachon plums and enjoy opening performances.

Artbox - Gyeongsan Hayang-ro Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아트박스 경산하양점)

16.8Km    2025-10-27

87, Hayang-ro, Hayang-eup, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

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Dalseong Korea-Japan Friendship Center (달성 한일우호관)

17.4Km    2022-12-29

206, Urok-gil, Dalseong-gun, Daegu
+82-53-659-4490

The Dalseong Korea-Japan Friendship Center opened in 2012 to highlight the philanthropy of General Kim Chung-seon (Japanese name Sayaka, 1571-1642) and promote friendship between Korea and Japan. Kim Chung-seon was a Japanese general who defected to Korea during the Imjin War. Shortly after arriving on Korean soil as a commander of a Japanese army, Kim, together with his soldiers, defected to Korea, a choice that has been traditionally attributed to his respect for Korean culture. He transferred the technology of manufacturing rifles to the Korean army and contributed greatly in battles in Gyeongju and Ulsan.
A great number of tourists visit the center to learn about history, including students and their parents, as well as numerous Japanese tourists who visit to commemorate the spirit of General Kim. The center features exhibition rooms, a 3D theater, a tea ceremony room, relics, manifestations of traditional games in Korea and Japan, documents from Wakayama prefecture in Japan, and a site for experiencing archery, all of which can be utilized free of charge.