Official Language:
Korean
Secondary Language:
(English widely spoken as well)
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Currency:
South Korean Won
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Population:
Approximately 5,370,679 people call Pusan home.
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Weather:
Climate and current weather information for Pusan: Pusan has an oceanic climate and is temperate all year around. The average temperature is 59°F/15°C degrees and the annual precipitation amounts to 2,397 mm. Since the wind blows rather strongly in comparison to other areas, a cap or sunglasses are ideal for protection from the wind. On the whole, summers are cool and winters are warm, making Pusan quite popular destination.
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Cruise ships dock at the Port of Pusan. From here, public transportation and taxis can be easily caught to take you into the heart of nearby downtown.
Located between the mountains and the sea. Pusan is the second city of South Korea. It is a big industrial port with almost 4 million inhabitants. It is nit a very attractive city, but there are a few nice beaches nearby. More importantly : Pusan is also the departure point for Cheju Island.
Take in the view from Pusan Tower in Yongdusan Park and visit the Yi Sun-shin statue, the fish market (best seen 6-7 am) the U.N. Cemetery (where fallen U.N. soldiers from the Korean War are buried) and the Municipal Museum.
Daytrips include Haeundae which has casinos and a spa); Kumgang Park (beautiful cherry blossoms in the spring); and Pomosa, a 7th-century temple area.
help create a fast paced environment of work and play. Much of the city's economy is supported by the fishing industry. And from boat making to fishing, visitors to Pusan get the feeling that all of the locals are involved in making the city run.
Pusan is famous for its dramatic skyline and the mountainous ring that encircles the city. Visitors to Pusan gush about the city's picture-perfect beaches, its white sands and gorgeous cliffs. This is a place that seamlessly incorporates a busy mass urban culture with an obvious respect and love of nature and serenity. Tourists can choose the pace at which they experience this city, and rest assured that there is something for everyone here. Whether you are an avid shopper, a food connoisseur, or just looking to relax on a beach or take a hike, you will be impressed by the choices you have here. Many tourists like to begin their day buying fresh seafood at the harbor, and then enjoying a morning shopping for Korean folk art. Afternoons offer endless possibilities to see the historical sites here, and evenings are a time for leisure.
Climate is one of the city's greatest assets. Pusan remains relatively mild all year long, and even summer, which is the rainy season, offers a tropical and vacation-friendly climate. The air is warm, the land is lovely, and the people are friendly.
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Mt. Kaji is a great destination if you are willing to hop a bus to nearby Yangsan. It is about a half an hour away, and buses run fairly regularly, but it is well worth the extra effort. At Mt. Kaji you can hike for miles and take in the views offered by the rock walls, peaks, and temples that have been erected there. This government-protected park is well preserved and widely respected for its natural grandeur.
The Chagalchi Fish Market is a fun place for tourists to be at dawn. Here you can watch as local fishermen bring in their catch for the day and unload pounds and pounds of fresh seafood onto the docks. The public can then buy the seafood on the spot at very cheap prices.
Yongdusan Park in the very center of town is the perfect place to see the sunset. If you can handle it, climb to the top deck of the tower there and take a look at the panoramic views of Pusan and the water. Go around dusk and watch as the sun fades behind the sailboats. Crowds are known to form at dusk to marvel at the famous purple and orange sunsets.
In nearby Kyungju you will find a tourist attraction that is also enormously significant to the worlds of Buddhism and architecture. The Seokgulan Grotto is a Buddhist shrine and an architectural masterpiece famous for its gorgeous adornments. This is a wonderful place to go and experience stunning art while reading about the Buddhist deities and traditions. This is certainly a site to write home about.
Art enthusiasts will enjoy the new Pusan Metropolitan Museum of Art (1413 Woo-Dong, tel. 051/744-2602) where modern Korean art is on display. The museum is huge, and locals will tell you that even after many visits to the museum, there will always be more to see. Plan to spend at least a couple of hours here, if not more.
Haeundae Beach: on the E part of Pusan. Nice seaside, good for swimming (at summer) Many hotels, restaurants. Popular during summer, a bit "dead" during winter.
Gwanganri Beach:
This beach is very popular with the locals. Take a rest if you like from the hectic streets of Pusan.
Gukje Market:
Here you can find electric appliances, leather goods, clothing, shoes and accessories at the cheapest prices.
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More Information |
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Pusan travel phone line btw 9-18, T080-460-1001 FREE call English assistance
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