Busan, South Korea

Quick Facts

• Haeundae Beach, one of Busan's most famous beaches, stretches for 1.5 kilometers and attracts over 10 million visitors each year.
• The Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, located on a rocky coastline, was built in 1376 and is one of the few seaside temples in South Korea.
• Busan's Jagalchi Fish Market is the largest seafood market in Korea, operating since 1945, and features over 200 types of fresh seafood daily.
• The Busan International Film Festival, launched in 1996, is Asia's most significant film festival and has showcased over 3,000 films from more than 100 countries.
• Gwangalli Beach is famous for its stunning views of the Gwangan Bridge, which is illuminated at night with over 100,000 LED lights.

Travel Details

Country

South Korea

Population

Varies

Daily Budget

$40-80

Best Time to Visit

May–Oct

Current Weather

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0°C/32°F

Clear

Currency

₩ KRW

Coordinates

35.1796, 129.0756