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Gwangju
South Korea
Namhansanseong Fortress in South Korea,
Overview
Gwangju (광주), Korea's sixth-largest city, is defined by its powerful political history and reverence for creativity. Often considered the birthplace of Korean democracy, the effects of the May 18 Democratic Uprising – a 1980 mass protest against South Korea's then-authoritarian military government – remain a strong part of the city's identity. Art abounds at every turn thanks to a wealth of museums, exhibitions and festivals that are bolstered by civic investment.
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South Korea: Seoul, Jeju-do, and Busan in 13 Days
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- 1Touring Korea’s demilitarized zone (DMZ) at the border of North and South Korea
- 2Learning how to cook South Korean staples, from bulgogi to bibimbap, during a chef-led workshop
- 3Visiting Gyeongju’s ancient temples and royal tombs on a day trip from Busan
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Must-see attractions
Attraction in GwangjuMudeungsan National Park- Attraction in GwangjuMay 18th National Cemetery
- Attraction in GwangjuUijae Museum of Korean Art
- Attraction in GwangjuGwangju Museum of Art
- Attraction in GwangjuGwangju Folk Museum
- Attraction in GwangjuGwangju National Museum
- Attraction in GwangjuDaein-sijang
- Attraction in GwangjuAsian Culture Complex
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