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Bunsanseong Fortress (김해 분산성)

18.1Km    2023-01-18

210-162, Gaya-ro 405beon-gil, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-330-3925

Bunsanseong Fortress was constructed in the 3rd year of the reign of Goryeo's King U (1377) by Magistrate Park Wi to defend against foreign enemies, but it was destroyed during the Japanese invasion of 1592. The fortress we see today was reconstructed by Magistrate Jeong Hyeon-seok in the 8th year of the reign of Joseon's King Gojong (1871). However, it is estimated that it was first built during the days of Gaya. It is a temoe-style fortress with rocks piled up like a long band at the peak of Bunsan from which downtown Gimhae, Gimhae Plains, the Nakdonggang River and the South Sea are all in a single, panoramic view. Today, fortress walls remain stretching for some 900 meters on the slope towards the city and, inside the fortress, there are two gate sites in the south and north, an auxiliary gate on the west, a well site and several other building sites. The exact length of the remaining fortress walls is 929 meters and the average x_width is about 8 meters.

Inside the fortress lies Haeeunsa Temple, which was built to pay respects to Queen Heo of Garak who had come from the sea, according to stories. The temple also enshrines portraits of King Suro and Queen Heo that were painted during the Joseon dynasty. During the Japanese invasion of 1592, monk soldiers were stationed at this temple.

The fortress is more popularly called "Manjangdae" by Gimhae locals, and this name originated from the description, "A tall tower 10,000 (man) gil in x_height," granted by Daewongun in the Joseon dynasty for this advanced base that defeats Japanese invaders. A writing of "Manjangdae" written by Daewongun himself as well as his stamp are engraved on a rock behind a beacon that was restored in 1999.

Dongsang Market (동상시장)

18.2Km    2025-10-23

25 Guji-ro 180beon-gil, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Formed in 1945, Dongsang Market is a lifestyle-centric traditional market that offers a slew of daily necessities like vegetables, fruits, rice cakes, fishery products, and side dishes, as well as a popular alley specializing in Kalguksu (noodle soup). Designated as a cultural tourism market in 2017, it has since evolved into a vibrant space where traditional Korean culture harmoniously coexists with diverse global cultures. As more foreign workers have begun frequenting the market in recent years, a number of Asian grocery stalls have opened. In particular, vegetables favored by Southeast Asian customers, ritual foods, and Kalguksu (noodle soup) have become local specialties.

Blackup Coffee (블랙업커피 양산)

18.2Km    2024-03-27

11 Mulgeumyeok 1-gil, Mulgeum-eup, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Blackup Coffee, a café with a stunning view of the Nakdonggang River, is known for its signature Haesuyeom coffee (sea salt coffee), a unique blend enriched with natural sea salt and homemade fresh cream. This café has risen to fame for its exceptional coffee taste, a testament to their meticulous roasting process that highlights the qualities of premium beans. Additionally, Blackup Coffee also offers classes for customers interested in learning latte art and pour-over brewing techniques.

Gimhae Gaya History Park (김해가야테마파크)

18.3Km    2025-10-23

161 Gaya thema-gil, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-340-7900

Gimhae Gaya History Park is a resting area that provides comfortable relaxation in the daily lives of the busy people and also a cultural complex where you can experience various cultures with your family, lover and friends.
Interactive theme park combining Education + Entertainment Edutainment park where you can see, hear, touch and learn about the history of Gaya and the brilliant heritage of its people through plays, experiences and exhibits.

The Painters: The Gaya Kingdom - Gimhae(페인터즈 가야왕국-김해)

18.5Km    2025-03-07

경상남도 김해시 가야테마길 161 (어방동)

Gimhae Korean-style house [Korea Quality] / 김해한옥체험관 [한국관광 품질인증]

18.5Km    2023-10-25

40 , Wangneung-gil, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-322-4735~6

The Hanok Experience Center in Gimhae, Gyeongsangnam-do, offers guests a taste of old-time hanok life. Rooms are furnished with traditional items, while the spacious wooden floor can be used as a meeting room. Rooms in the sarangchae are on the small side but have an upper floor with scenic views. The room in the annexe building has a traditional sleeping mat surrounded by a large folding screen, and feels like a scene from a historical drama. Each room has a modern bathroom, There is a traditional experience program, and information services in English and Japanese.

Tomb of King Suro (수로왕릉)

18.6Km    2024-01-23

26 Garak-ro 93beon-gil, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-332-1094

King Suro founded the Garak Kingdom in AD 42 and married Heo Hwang-ok, a princess from the Indian country of Ayuta, in AD 48. He was the founder of the Gimhae Kim family. Heo Yeop, a Yeongnam governor, gave the tomb its current look in the 13th year of the reign of King Seonjo (1580). The tomb compound includes various buildings, including the Sungseonjeon (where the ancestral tablets of King Suro and his queen are kept), Anhyanggak, Jeonsacheong, and Jegigo, as well as stone structures, such as a sindobi (tombstone) and gongjeokbi (monument established to pay homage the deceased). The tombstone in front of the royal tomb was built in the 25th year of the reign of King Injo (1647) of the Joseon dynasty. The name Sungseonjeon was bestowed on the tomb by King Gojong in the 21st year of his reign (1884).

Olive Young - Yangsan Mulgeum Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 양산물금점)

18.6Km    2024-06-27

188, Cheongun-ro, Mulgeum-eup, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

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Woljeon Fish Market (월전 활어판매장)

18.6Km    2024-02-26

154-21 Jukseong-ri, Gijang-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan

Woljeon Fish Market is a hub of stores specializing in raw fish and seafood freshly caught off the Gijang coast. This destination is ideal for those looking to purchase sea eels, sliced raw fish, and various seafood. Visitors have the unique opportunity to buy these items from the stores and then savor them at a nearby restaurant for an additional service charge. Notably, Woljeon Fish Market is renowned for offering some of the freshest conger eel in Busan. The stores are managed by fishermen themselves, ensuring that customers have access to fresh seafood at affordable prices.

Gimhae Astronomical Observatory (김해천문대)

18.6Km    2022-12-29

254, Gaya thema-gil, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-337-3785

Gimhae Astronomical Observatory opened on February 1, 2002 as part of the Millennium Commemorative Project that started in December 1998. It was built to satisfy the general public’s curiosity about the universe and celestial bodies, inspire young people, and give everyone a unique, memorable experience. The observatory is shaped like an egg, in memory of the legend of King Kim Suro, the founder of the Garak Kingdom, according to which the king was born from an egg.

It is said that the queen of King Suro, Heo Hwang-ok, was a princess from the Indian country of Ayuta. Since sophisticated navigation equipment had yet to be invented, it can be assumed that she found her way to the Garak Kingdom by following the stars. It is also said that a prince of the Garak Kingdom built an observatory on the highest point of a mud fortress in Jinrye in order to make astronomical observations. The place is still referred to as Bibidan, which means a place to watch the stars.

These historical facts indicate the stars were very important to the Gaya, an ancient kingdom established mainly in the Gimhae area. The peak of Bunseongsan Mountain, where the observatory is located, offers sweeping views of the entire area of Gimhae. The night sky of Gimhae offers a breathtaking sight.