Aritaum - Gwangju Jinwol Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아리따움 광주진월점) - Area information

Aritaum - Gwangju Jinwol Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아리따움 광주진월점)

6.9Km 2024-04-23

687, Seomun-daero, Nam-gu, Gwangju

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Gwangju Seochang Silver Grass Festival (광주 서창 억새축제)

6.9Km 2023-11-22

377 Seochangduk-gil, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-350-4792

Gwangju Seochang Silver Grass Festival takes place along the themed walking paths next to Yeongsangang River with a range of walking programs and photo spots.

Innisfree - Gwangju Wolgok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이니스프리 광주 월곡점)

6.9Km 2024-04-23

256, Saam-ro, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju

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Yeongsangang River Bike Road (영산강 자전거길)

6.9Km 2024-07-17

377 Seochangduk-gil, Seo-gu, Gwangju

The Yeongsangang River Bike Road, stretching 133 kilometers along the Yeongsangang River in Gwangju, offers a scenic route. It winds past notable landmarks including the Seungchonbo Reservoir, Najudaegyo Bridge, Yeongsanpo Port, Hwangpo sailboat, Natural Dyeing Culture Center, and Naru Village. Along the path, riders can enjoy five of the most picturesque spots in Yeongsan. The starting point of the route, the Yeongsangang River Bike Road Information Center, provides free bicycle rentals and bike safety training.

Olive Young - Gwangju Hanam Columbus Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 광주하남콜럼버스)

6.9Km 2024-04-18

Store #103, #104, 38-6, Saam-ro 216beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju

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E-Mart - Gwangsan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 광산)

7.1Km 2024-04-22

172, Saam-ro, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju

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Damyang Bamboo Forest (Damyang Marsh) (담양대나무숲 - 담양습지)

7.6Km 2025-01-13

656-2, Taemok-ri, Daejeon-myeon, Damnyang-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-380-3114

Situated between Damyang-gun and Gwangju Metropolitan City, Damyang Wetland is one of the best places to experience the ecology of Yeongsangang River. It is a habitat for the hawk, wildcat, Boreal digging frog (endangered species), and kestrel. It became the first river wetland to be designated as a wetland reserve in 2004.

May 18th National Cemetery (국립 5·18 민주묘지)

7.8Km 2024-07-11

200 Minju-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-268-0518

The May 18th National Cemetery in Gwangju is a symbol of freedom and democracy. The cemetery holds the graves of 764 victims of the May 18th Democratic Uprising in 1980, seven structures, and many monuments.

Jeonpyeongje Reservoir (전평제)

8.0Km 2021-04-29

9, Jeonpyeong-gil, Seo-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-365-4114

Jeonpyeongje Reservoir was built in 1943 to supply water for agricultural purposes to farms in the Maewol-dong and Byeokjin-dong regions as well as to prevent both floods and droughts. Starting in 1999, the reservoir was changed to a rest area, with a wooden deck crossing the reservoir to the man-made island in the middle. The area now serves as a waterside relaxation and eco-exploration space for family visitors.

Mudeungsan National Park (무등산국립공원)

8.0Km 2023-11-14

29 Dongsan-gil, Dong-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-227-1187

Mudeungsan National Park is a mountain park lining the edge of Hwasun-gun, Damyang-gun and Gwangju. Mudeungsan Mountain (1,186 meters) features three rock peaks called Cheonwangbong, Jiwangbong, and Inwangbong, also known as the “Jeongsang Three."

Mudeungsan’s gradual slope makes it an easy climb for all. Among the more majestic of these sites are the Seoseokdae, Gyubong, and Ipseokdae peaks. At the base of the mountain are several famous temples including Yaksasa, Jeungsimsa, and Wonhyosa Temples. Mudeungsan Mountain is also known for its beauty throughout the year. The autumn leaves around Gyubongam Hermitage and silver grass of Baengma Ridge are quite spectacular. In winter, snow and ice on the mountain create exquisite scenery as well.

Below the mountain, there are a variety of recreational facilities and tourist sites for visitors.

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