The name of BIFF Square, located in Jung-gu, Busan, uses the acronym meaning Busan International Film Festival. The success of Busan International Fil ... More
The name of BIFF Square, located in Jung-gu, Busan, uses the acronym meaning Busan International Film Festival. The success of Busan International Film Festival, which began in 1996, created this square and revitalized Nampo-dong, an old downtown area.
After the Busan International Film Festival has been held over the years, more and more hand printing with the hands and names of award-winning actors and directors on the square floor and there are plenty of things to see and eat around BIFF Square in a lively atmosphere.
“Oiso (Come), Boiso (See), and Saiso (Buy)!” is a famous phrase that represents Jagalchi Market. Along with the nearby Gukje Market and Bupyeong Kkang ... More
“Oiso (Come), Boiso (See), and Saiso (Buy)!” is a famous phrase that represents Jagalchi Market. Along with the nearby Gukje Market and Bupyeong Kkangtong Market, the Jagalchi Market is Busan’s main traditional market.
rom the Japanese occupation, several fish street stalls were created in this area. Because of the Korean War, numerous refugees came to Busan, and many shanty houses were built around the area. As such, a number of fish street stalls were formed to become a large fish market, which is now the Jagalchi Market. You will find live fish and seafood, including big octopuses in basins and baskets of street vendors. Sometimes, they sell lobsters, white sharks, baby sharks, sunfish, large squids, and so on. This is the real side of Busan’s Jagalchi Market.
If Haeundae is the hot spot of east Busan, Nampo-dong is the most popular place in central Busan. Yongdusan Park is a leading landmark of Busan freque ... More
If Haeundae is the hot spot of east Busan, Nampo-dong is the most popular place in central Busan. Yongdusan Park is a leading landmark of Busan frequented by those who visit the region.
Even though the road to Yongdusan Park has an ascending slope, the trees cast a cool shade along the road, making it a pleasant walk to the entrance of the park. For travelers who will take the Busan Metro, they can use the escalator entrance close to the station to reach the park more conveniently.
The citizen’s bell and flower clock placed under the elegant pavilion greet visitors. The citizen’s bell, made through donations by Busan residents, is used to welcome New Year’s Eve.
It you want to enjoy the hot spot of Busan from high above, then go to Busan Tower. After going through large renewal projects, the tower was built into its current form. Experience trick art against the backdrop of brilliant fireworks that embroider the night sky. Numerous media art makes you take endless pictures and visit the souvenir shop as well, where the colorful souvenirs available are sure to attract visitors.