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South Korea's largest theme park near Seoul featuring five themed zones, a zoo, and world-class roller coasters.
14 km · about 25 min drive
Gyeonggi-do, South Korea · Asia
Gwangju works well as a base: 20 minutes from Seongnam-si, 25km from Hwaseong Fortress.
Gwangju is a town located in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. With a population of 81,780, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Gwangju sits in South Korea, where you drive on the right. It's in the Asia/Seoul time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Gwangju to your route.
Gwangju City Public Stadium (Korean: 광주공설운동장) is a multi-purpose stadium in Gwangju, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. It has currently come to be a popular attraction for Gwangju residents, who attend daily exercise sessions, as well as amateur football games and other activities. The stadium has a capacity of about 4,000Read more
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Gwangju is located in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, Asia. The coordinates are 37.4100 latitude, 127.2572 longitude.
Gwangju has a population of approximately 81,780 people, making it a town in South Korea.
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Essential numbers in South Korea
Tourist helpline (English): 1330.
Full driving guide for South Korea8 notable places within an hour's drive.
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South Korea's largest theme park near Seoul featuring five themed zones, a zoo, and world-class roller coasters.
14 km · about 25 min drive
scenic viewpoint
South Korea's tallest building at 555 meters with the Seoul Sky observation deck offering sweeping views of the entire metropolitan area.
18 km · about 20 min drive
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Seoul's massive indoor and outdoor theme park holding the Guinness record for the world's largest indoor amusement park.
18 km · about 20 min drive
castle
A UNESCO-listed late 18th-century fortress surrounding the center of Suwon, blending Eastern and Western architectural styles.
25 km · about 30 min drive
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A futuristic neo-futuristic landmark designed by Zaha Hadid, serving as Seoul's hub for design, art, and technology exhibitions.
28 km · about 30 min drive
museum
One of Asia's largest museums, showcasing Korean history and art from the Paleolithic era to modern times.
28 km · about 30 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A communication and observation tower atop Namsan Mountain offering panoramic views of Seoul and famous for its love lock fences.
28 km · about 35 min drive
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A restored urban stream running through downtown Seoul with a beautiful 10.9-kilometer walking path beneath street level.
29 km · about 35 min drive
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