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Gyeongsan Seonbonsa Temple (선본사(경산))

Gyeongsan Seonbonsa Temple (선본사(경산))

10.0Km    2021-12-02

699, Gatbawi-ro, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Seonbonsa Temple is a centrally administered temple of the Jogye Order. It was originally built in 491 by Geukdal, and later repaired in 1641. The temple is home to many important cultural treasures, including the Stone Seated Buddha at Gwanbong Peak (Treasure), Three-story Stone Pagoda (Gyeongsangbuk-do Cultural Heritage), and stone lanterns.

Daegu Stadium (대구스타디움)

10.1Km    2022-06-30

180, Universiad-ro, Suseong-gu, Daegu

Daegu Stadium is a sports stadium located in Daeheung-dong, Suseong-gu in Daegu. Construction of the stadium began on July 28, 1997 and was completed on May 20, 2001. Its roof is designed to resemble a globe, incorporating the beautiful curves found in the roofs of traditional Korean houses.

The stadium seats approximately 66,000 people and is suitable for hosting large-scale international sports games and 74% of the seats are protected by a Teflon-coated overhang. The 47,407 square meter stadium has three stories below ground and three above ground floors and is built on a 512,479 square meters of land just 9 kilometers southeast of the city’s downtown area.

Stadium facilities include a gymnasium, baseball field, indoor ice rink, horseback riding track, tennis court, fitness center, shooting range, archery range, skateboard park, and an indoor jogging course. There are smaller buildings for taekwondo, judo, and rock climbing.

Daegu Stadium has hosted a number of 2002 FIFA World Cup matches; Senegal vs. Denmark (June 6), Slovenia vs. South Africa (June 8), Korea vs. U.S.A. (June 10) and Korea vs. Republic of Turkiye (June 29).

Daegu Art Museum (대구미술관)

10.2Km    2025-01-13

40, Misulgwan-ro, Suseong-gu, Daegu

Daegu Art Museum is a municipal museum supported by the Daegu Municipal Government. The museum holds exhibitions to promote Daegu's art advancement through the study of the art's historical value. The museum also has planned exhibitions introducing the social and artistic issues of the times and the leading trends in the art scene through domestic and overseas exchanges.

Diverse performances and events such as academic programs and lectures with famous professors are offered to children, teens and citizens of all ages. The Art Information Center on the third floor within the museum library is where visitors can read art-related books or rest at the lounge.

Grand opening: May 26, 2011

Dowoo Health Care (주식회사 도우티앤비)

10.5Km    2025-10-23

(2nd Floor), 7 Bongdeok-ro 1-gil, Nam-gu, Daegu

With a branch in Hanoi, Vietnam, we have been engaged in the  medical tourism business for Vietnamese patients since 2010, specializing in attracting patients from Hanoi, Danang, and Ho Chi Minh City. We also lead medical volunteer activities in Vietnam with Korean hospitals every year, and our local subsidiary in Vietnam is licensed to import Korean medical devices from Vietnam. We are evolving into a company that specializes not only in medical tourism but also in total healthcare. Since 2010, we have been leading cooperation between hospitals in Vietnam and Korea through hospital-to-hospital program exchanges, physician training, etc.    

Suseong Artpia (수성아트피아)

Suseong Artpia (수성아트피아)

10.5Km    2025-01-13

180, Muhak-ro, Suseong-gu, Daegu

Suseong Artpia, opened in May 2007, is a major art center in Daegu. It has specialized, independent spaces for housing performances, exhibitions, and art camps. The art center’s facade was designed to resemble a crane flying away with its wings stretched out in order to promote the image of Muhaksan Mountain (named as such because its shape is reminiscent of a flying crane or hak), the mountain on which the center is located. When viewed from the sides however, the center is shaped like a ship, as it was once the site of a large pond. With such an impressive exterior further highlighted by impressive lighting at night, water fountains, and landscaping, Suseong Artpia has become a rising attraction of Daegu. The center is equipped with a mega concert hall that can accommodate diverse genres of performing arts such as an opera, musical, ballet, theater, dance, music concert, and more.

Palgongsan National Park (Gatbawi Section) (팔공산국립공원(갓바위지구))

Palgongsan National Park (Gatbawi Section) (팔공산국립공원(갓바위지구))

10.6Km    2025-04-08

716-64 Gatbawi-ro 81-gil, Wachon-myeon, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Located east of Daegu downtown, Palgongsan Mountain (altitude 1,192.3 meters) was called both Jungaksan and Buaksan Mountain during the Silla period. The mountain has many ancient temples and historical sites such as the Gatbawi Stone Buddha, Wonhyosa Temple, Cheonseongsa Temple and Bulgulsa Temple.

Suseong Light Art Festival (수성빛예술제)

Suseong Light Art Festival (수성빛예술제)

10.7Km    2025-11-25

112 Muhak-ro, Suseong-gu, Daegu
+82-53-668-1504

The Suseong Light Art Festival unfolds a feast of light every year with different themes, adorning Suseongmot Lake with colorful illuminations. It also features a variety of events, including an artwork exhibition and a drone art show.

Dinosaur Park (공룡공원)

11.3Km    2023-01-25

43, Yongdu 2-gil, Nam-gu, Daegu

At the Dinosaur Park, located in Gosangol of Apsan Mountain, Nam-gu, Daegu, you can see life-size dinosaur models such as Tyrannosaurus, Spinosaurus, Stegosaurus, and Brachiosaurus. In addition, there is a photo zone with dinosaur eggs and baby dinosaurs where you can take pictures freely. Also, if you use the augmented reality app on your smartphone, you can see the dinosaur fossil creation process in a video for a more vivid dinosaur experience.

E-World 83 Tower (이월드 83타워)

E-World 83 Tower (이월드 83타워)

11.4Km    2025-08-06

200 Duryugongwon-ro, Dalseo-gu, Daegu

83 Tower is a symbol of Daegu and offers an incredible view of the entire city. The tower also has a revolving restaurant and Sky Lounge, offering top cuisine and night views of the city.

E-World (이월드)

11.4Km    2024-07-05

200 Duryugongwon-ro, Dalseo-gu, Daegu

In October 1987, E-World began construction on a tower and theme park, completed the master plan for the construction in 1993, and opened it in March 1995. It is a European-style city park decorated with waterfalls, fountains, lights, and flowers, with rides, exhibitions, art spaces, and restaurants that all ages can enjoy. There are theme plazas to provide novelty and enjoyment for visitors at E-World. Representative plazas include the entrance plaza near the ticket office, the central plaza located in Fantasy World, Children's Square with a playground for kids, and Youngtown Square for young people.