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About Daegu

Ringed by mountains in the south-east of the Korean peninsula, Daegu is known among Koreans for its scorching summers, its spicy food and its deep roots in traditional medicine. It is the country's fourth-largest city, yet it feels more down to earth than Seoul or Busan, with busy old markets, quiet church hills and temple-dotted peaks right on its edge.

For centuries Daegu was a provincial capital and trading centre, and its herbal medicine market, Yangnyeongsi, has been running since the Joseon dynasty. In the early 20th century missionaries built houses, schools and a cathedral on the hills around Cheongna, and the city played a part in the independence movement against colonial rule, recalled by the stairway where students once gathered.

Today visitors climb Palgongsan to the wishing Buddha of Gatbawi, browse Seomun Market's night stalls, walk the mural lane dedicated to singer Kim Kwang-seok and look out from Apsan Park or 83 Tower. Try makchang grilled tripe and fiery jjimgalbi, both Daegu favourites.

Best seasonApril-May and October-November
Ideal stay2 days
ArrivingKTX trains to Dongdaegu Station; Daegu International Airport

What to See in Daegu: 12 Favorites

Nature 1

Palgongsan, Daegu, Daegu, South Korea

Palgongsan

Rising on the northern edge of Daegu, this mountain range is a favourite for hiking, autumn foliage and temple visits. Its best-kn...

Temples and Shrines 2

Donghwasa Temple, Daegu, Daegu, South Korea

Donghwasa Temple

On the southern slopes of Palgongsan, this large Buddhist temple traces its origins to the Silla kingdom and is one of the most im...
Gyesan Cathedral, Daegu, Daegu, South Korea

Gyesan Cathedral

Completed in the early 20th century, this red and grey brick Catholic cathedral with its twin spires is one of the oldest Western-...

Shopping 2

Seomun Market, Daegu, Daegu, South Korea

Seomun Market

One of the largest traditional markets in Korea, Seomun has served Daegu since the Joseon era and is famous for fabrics, bedding,...
Dongseong-ro, Daegu, Daegu, South Korea

Dongseong-ro

The heart of downtown Daegu is a busy grid of pedestrian streets packed with fashion stores, cosmetics shops, cafes, karaoke rooms...

Arts 1

Kim Kwang-seok Street

Beside Bangcheon Market, this narrow lane is decorated with murals, sculptures and lyrics celebrating Kim Kwang-seok, a much-loved...

History 2

Yangnyeongsi Herbal Medicine Market, Daegu, Daegu, South Korea

Yangnyeongsi Herbal Medicine Market

Dating back to the mid-17th century, this street of herbal pharmacies is one of the oldest medicine markets in Korea, scented with...

Cheongna Hill

This green hill in central Daegu preserves early 20th-century houses built by American missionaries, now small museums set among o...

Viewpoints 2

Apsan Park, Daegu, Daegu, South Korea

Apsan Park

Covering the slopes of Apsan mountain on the south side of Daegu, this park has hiking trails, small temples and a cable car that...
83 Tower, Daegu, Daegu, South Korea

83 Tower

Standing in Duryu Park beside the E-World amusement park, this tall tower has an observation deck and restaurants with panoramic v...

Parks 1

Suseong Lake, Daegu, Daegu, South Korea

Suseong Lake

In the south-east of the city, this reservoir is ringed by a walking path, wooden decks, cafes and restaurants, making it one of D...

Museums 1

Daegu National Museum, Daegu, Daegu, South Korea

Daegu National Museum

This national museum presents the archaeology and culture of the Daegu and North Gyeongsang region, from prehistoric tools to Sill...

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