OWL Magazine Korea

While temples are commonly associated with mountains, in Busan, you can find a temple right by the sea. One such notable attraction in Busan is the “Haedong Yonggungsa Temple.” Located in Gijang-eup, Gijang-gu, Busan, Haedong Yonggungsa Temple boasts a beautiful natural landscape combined with stunning sea views, making it a popular destination for many visitors. “A Considerable Transformation in Gijang” ...

Located near the famous BIFF Square in Busan, you can find “Nampo Bookstore,” also known as “Namfomun-go.” Once considered one of the two major local bookstores in downtown Busan alongside Moonwudang Bookstore, Nampo Bookstore underwent changes when Moonwudang shifted its focus to specialized maritime and map-related books due to financial difficulties. This resulted in a reduction in scale, and with ...

When it comes to representing Busan, one would likely think of the “Jagalchi Fish Market” first. Comparable to Seoul’s “Noryangjin Fisheries Wholesale Market,” Jagalchi Fish Market stands out for its location along the coast of Busan, while Noryangjin is situated along the Han River. “Representative Fish Market of Busan: Jagalchi Fish Market” Jagalchi Fish Market not only represents Busan but ...

In Busan’s Nampong-dong, you’ll find “BIFF Square.” BIFF stands for Busan International Film Festival, and this square is closely related to the festival. The Busan International Film Festival, which began in 1996, led to the creation of this film-themed area. While the Busan International Film Festival is no longer held in Nampong-dong and has moved to Haeundae and Centum City, ...

Gamcheon Culture Village, located in Sahagu, Busan, is one of the prominent landmarks in downtown Busan. It is a result of urban regeneration through the Renaissance Project, which has revitalized the cityscape. Often referred to as Korea’s Machu Picchu or Santorini, Gamcheon Culture Village has gained popularity.  However, unlike Santorini in Greece, it is not located on the coast, and ...