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Past the hype for KPOP, Daegu is Korea’s more relaxed and laid back city that is a step away from the glitz and bling of the trend and lifestyle that the country is famous for. While this part of Korea is mostly considered as bland and boring, try giving this place a chance and see some of the of its tourist attractions that would equally captivate you as much as KPOP does.
Location
This is the fourth largest city after the country’s major cities including Seoul, Busan and Incheon. Daegu is located in the southeastern part of Korea spanning a land area of 341.25 square miles.
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This metropolitan territory plays an important part in the country’s economy as it has been known to specialize in the electronics industry.
Climate
The mountains that surround Daegu are one of the reasons why for the climate in the city. During winter, temperatures can drop below negative.
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The coldest month is in January while July is the wettest. The warmest is in August, which experiences a temperature of 26.4 Degrees Celsius on average.
Transportation
The city is served by the Daegu International Airport that hosts both international and domestic flights. Situated in the eastern side of the city, travelers have to ride a bus from the airport to reach the city center.
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Taxis are another mode of transportation since the bus option is quite pricey. Trains are also a good choice and are connected to some other cities in Korea.
Attractions
Donghwasa Temple
This is one of the most distinct landmarks in the city. Located in the foothills of Mount Palgongsan, the temple was founded in 493 C.E. and renovated in 1732.
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The temple looks like a phoenix roosting on her eggs.
Daegu National Museum
This museum exhibits some of treasured heritage of the city. Mostly composed of Buddhist scriptures and relics, the museum is visited by tourists for education and leisure purposes.
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The museum also hosts some activities that guests can engage into like traditional dying and learning about herbs and plants.
Gyeongsang-gamyeong Park
Also called Central Park, this tourist destination turned preserved location is a favorite of both locals and tourists due to the relaxing vibe of the greenery and flowers plated around it.
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This plaza serves as a place to relax for those who want to escape from the hustle and bustle of the metro for a while.
Sources:
Daegu – Lonely Planet
https://www.lonelyplanet.com/south-korea/gyeongsangbuk-do/daegu
Daegu Tourist Information
http://tour.daegu.go.kr/eng/
Images:
(1) http://visitdaegu2011.blogspot.com
(2) https://38below.wordpress.com
(3) http://visitdaegu2011.blogspot.com
(4) http://www.panoramio.com
(5) http://english.triptokorea.com
(6) http://visitdaegu2011.blogspot.com
(7) https://www.flickr.com
Aira Algado
