Bunsanseong Fortress (김해 분산성)

16.8Km 2023-01-18

210-162, Gaya-ro 405beon-gil, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-330-3925

Bunsanseong Fortress was constructed in the 3rd year of the reign of Goryeo's King U (1377) by Magistrate Park Wi to defend against foreign enemies, but it was destroyed during the Japanese invasion of 1592. The fortress we see today was reconstructed by Magistrate Jeong Hyeon-seok in the 8th year of the reign of Joseon's King Gojong (1871). However, it is estimated that it was first built during the days of Gaya. It is a temoe-style fortress with rocks piled up like a long band at the peak of Bunsan from which downtown Gimhae, Gimhae Plains, the Nakdonggang River and the South Sea are all in a single, panoramic view. Today, fortress walls remain stretching for some 900 meters on the slope towards the city and, inside the fortress, there are two gate sites in the south and north, an auxiliary gate on the west, a well site and several other building sites. The exact length of the remaining fortress walls is 929 meters and the average x_width is about 8 meters.

Inside the fortress lies Haeeunsa Temple, which was built to pay respects to Queen Heo of Garak who had come from the sea, according to stories. The temple also enshrines portraits of King Suro and Queen Heo that were painted during the Joseon dynasty. During the Japanese invasion of 1592, monk soldiers were stationed at this temple.

The fortress is more popularly called "Manjangdae" by Gimhae locals, and this name originated from the description, "A tall tower 10,000 (man) gil in x_height," granted by Daewongun in the Joseon dynasty for this advanced base that defeats Japanese invaders. A writing of "Manjangdae" written by Daewongun himself as well as his stamp are engraved on a rock behind a beacon that was restored in 1999.

Olive Young - Marine City Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 마린시티)

16.9Km 2024-04-22

#102, 127, Marine city 1-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

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Olive Young - Busan Seodong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 부산서동점)

17.1Km 2024-06-26

156, Seodong-ro, Geumjeong-gu, Busan

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Nurimaru APEC House (누리마루 APEC하우스)

17.2Km 2025-01-20

116 Dongbaek-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

Located on Dongbaekseom Island, an island of camellia trees, Nurimaru APEC House was the venue for the 2005 APEC Summit. Since then, it has been used as a memorial hall and a conference center. This three-story building is a contemporary recreation of a traditional Korean pavilion. The roof is inspired by the slope of Dongbaekseom Island, while the interior design features visual representations of traditional Korean culture. The terrace provides a great view of the Oryukdo Islets, Gwangandaegyo Bridge, and Dalmaji Hill. Visitors to Nurimaru APEC House can enjoy both the beauty of nature and the contemporary design of the building.

Gimhae National Museum (국립김해박물관)

17.2Km 2024-01-23

190 Gayaui-gil, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

The Gimhae National Museum was opened on July 29, 1998, in order to research and preserve the cultural heritage of the ancient kingdom of Gaya. The museum is at the foot of Gujibong Peak in Gimhae-si, the spot where the kingdom is believed to have been founded. The museum exhibits the cultural assets of Gaya, as well as cultural relics from the prehistoric age in the Busan and Gyeongsangnam-do areas, and the cultural heritage of Byeonhan, which was the foundation for the growth of Gaya.

The exterior of the museum is made using black bricks representing iron ore and charcoal famous during the Gaya Kingdom. There are two exhibition halls, while the walkway to the halls have approximately 1,300 artifacts in display.

Gugus - Marine Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (구구스 마린점)

17.2Km 2024-04-23

167, Marine city 1-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

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Mh Modern House - Homeplus Gimhae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (MH 모던하우스 홈플러스김해)

17.2Km 2024-04-23

2078, Gimhae-daero, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

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Homeplus - Gimhae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 김해)

17.2Km 2024-04-18

2078, Gimhae-daero, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

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Olive Young - Homeplus Gimhae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 홈플러스김해점)

17.2Km 2024-06-27

2F, 2078, Gimhae-daero, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

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Dongbaekseom Island (동백공원)

17.3Km 2021-12-17

U-dong, Haeundae-gu, Busan
+82-51-749-4491

Located near the south end of Haeundae Beach, Dongbaekseom Island was designated as a park in September 1, 1966. The island is full of dongbaek and pine trees and is connected to the main land by a bridge. The island also has a popular walking trail as well as badminton court, benches and restrooms.

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