Gyeonggi-do
Places to visit in Gwangju-si
This area has the ridges of Namhansanseong, the banks of Gyeongan Stream, and a ceramic heritage. Follow the fortress walls, visit an ecological park, or explore a museum according to your interests.
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8 placesNamhansanseong Fortress
A fortress site with walls and gates following the mountain ridges. Take in the views from the fortress paths and explore the village and historic sites within the fortress.
View on mapSanseong Village
This spot offers a look at traditional village scenery inside and around Namhansanseong Fortress. Walk along the village streets and past local restaurants before or after exploring the fortress walls.
View on mapJungdae Mulbit Park
A waterside park with a rose tunnel, a lotus path, and an arched wooden bridge.
View on mapGyeongan Stream Wetland Ecological Park
Explore the wetlands and aquatic plants around Gyeongan Stream. Quietly observe birds and waterside ecosystems along the trails.
View on mapGyeonggi Ceramic Museum
A place to experience Korea's traditional ceramic culture and history.
View on mapBunwon White Porcelain Museum
Learn about Bunwon, which supplied white porcelain to the Joseon royal court. Exhibits on ceramics and their production explain the significance of the kiln site.
View on mapPaldang Mulangae Park
A park with a citizens' forest, a forest of hope, a cosmos flower path, and a bike path.
View on mapCheonjinam Holy Site
A holy site associated with the development of Catholicism as a faith through the Cheonhak study society.
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Scenes of the area
- Fortress trails and old villages.
- Jungdae Mulbit Park and Namhansanseong Fortress.
- Paldang Fog Park and Cheonjinam Shrine.