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Daegu Arboretum (대구수목원)

Daegu Arboretum (대구수목원)

18.4Km    2023-11-17

342 Hwaam-ro, Dalseo-gu, Daegu

Daegu Arboretum is located at the site of an old sanitary landfill. The restoration of the area passed through many stages from 1996 until the opening in May 2002. It is home to more than thousands of species of plants including giant cacti, flowers, medicinal herbs, and trees in 21 gardens. The arboretum serves as an ecological education center and rest area for Daegu citizens. Ecology experience programs for students and young children are held regularly during summer vacation. Nearby attractions include Apsan and Duryu Parks, as well as Palgongsan and Biseulsan Mountains.

Daemyeong Reservoir (대명유수지)

18.9Km    2024-02-15

816 Daecheon-dong, Dalseo-gu, Daegu

Daemyeong Reservoir, located adjacent to Dalseong Marsh, is at the convergence point of the Nakdonggang River, Geumhogang River, Daemyeongcheon Stream, and Jincheon Stream. This area is a rich ecological reserve, home to a diverse range of wildlife including the narrow-mouthed toad, leopard cat, weasel, common kestrel, and water deer, along with various wild plants. Visitors to the area can explore narrow-mouthed toad habitats, observation decks, ecological exploration trails, and photo zones. There's also a narrow-mouthed toad ecological learning center for educational experiences. The surrounding landscape, with its stretches of silver grass and reeds along the walking decks, offers a picturesque setting, particularly attractive for autumn photography.

Dalseong Marsh (대구 달성습지)

19.5Km    2025-06-10

88 Gura 1-gil, Hwawon-eup, Dalseong-gun, Daegu

Dalseong Marsh is located in the meeting point of Nakdonggang River, Geumghogang River, Jincheoncheon Stream, and Daemyeongcheon Stream. Spanning an area of 2 ㎢, the marsh comprises wetlands and freshwater lake where various seasonal aquatic plants are grown. It is also home to several different species of migratory birds.

The ARC Communication Space (디아크문화관)

19.8Km    2024-02-29

57 Gangjeongbon-gil, Dasa-eup, Dalseong-gun, Daegu

The ARC Communication Space features exhibition halls and art galleries on the underground floor, and Circle Theater on the first and second floors, all centered around the theme of water. The name "ARC" stands for Architecture of River Culture and Artistry of River Culture, showcasing themes such as the relationship between rivers and people, rivers and music, rivers and literature, the birth of life, and the rise of civilization.