Four Seasons of Mt.Mudeung

Mt. Mudeung is a representative symbol of Gwangju, which contains the ideologies of Namdo people. Pink and royal azaleas in Spring, red leaves and purple eulalia in Autumn, snow flower in Winter are the best charms of Mt.Mudeung.

Plaza in front of Provincial Office and Chungjangno

May 18 plaza in front of provincial Office, which is a symbol of Gwangju Democratic Movement, is famous for holding citizen meetings during the movement. Chungjangno, a heart of Gwangju is a center of shopping and fashion, and amust-see for young people.

Sun-rise at Sajik Park

In Spring, cherry blossoms at their best form a tunnel at the mouth of the park. Full-blown acacia blossoms in Summer, and red and fallen leaves in Autumn are additional charms of the park. Strolling along the path is a good idea for relaxation. In particular, the sun-rise viewed from the park is spectacular.

Enjoying the Moon at World-Cup Stadium

The stadium designed environmentally-friendly, was judged as 'the most beautiful stadium' from the inspection team of FIFA. And here, Korean representative team went to the semifinals of the 2002 World-cup. Its external appearance symbolizes 'Go' of Gossaumnori, a traditional folk game. Moon viewing late at night stands comparison with any other attraction.

Bingwoldang Pavilion and Rain fog at Hwangnyong River

Bingwoldang is a lecture hall of Wol bong local school from which famous scholars and public servants of Joseon period such as Kim Dae-seung, Park Sang, Park Soon, Kim Jang-seang and Kim Jib were produced. As Hwangnyong River has good conditions as a habitat for birds, protective kinds of birds such as common herons and egrets stay here in groups. Especially, it is said that the rain-fog of the river is mysteriously beautiful.

Pochungsa Shrine and Daechon Field

Pochungsa Shrine was established to honor fidelity of five royal soldiers such as Go Gyeong-myeong, GoJong-hoo, GoIn-hoo, YuPang-no, and An Young who had raised an army of 7,000 in the cause of justice loyalty and had died a glorious death on the battlefield. It is a charm both for domestic and foreign visitors. Gossaum Theme Park in Daechon field shows regionally-distinctive cultural remains.

Night View at Jatgogae Ridge

Gwangju night view seen from the Jatgogae Ridge on the way of Mudeungsan villas has a picturesque beauty. The fortress site of Mujingoseong surrounding the Jatgogae Ridge is oval, 3,500m in circumference along the ridgeline of the mountain centering on Jangwon peak.

Cultural Walk of JungoePark

JungoePark is popular as a city park which provides various entertainment facilities and beautiful nature. As it includes an educational promotion center, Biennale exhibition halls, and game facilities, it is crowded with people during holidays. In particular, it is famous for autumnal red and yellow leaves, and the Mujigaedari(rainbow bridge) installed at the gateway of Gwangju symbolizes Biennale events. It is also famous for Kimchi Festival.