Japanese YouTuber receives honorary citizenship

▲Mayor Keodon Oh (left) and Masayuki Kon (right). Busan has always been an international town, in large part due to its port. More recently, Busan received international attention through the Marvel m...

Hyunkyung Cho 2019-04-01

Osiria Tourism Complex showcases nothing but the best

Busan expects growth in tourism after complex's completion

▲The Hilton Busan provides a view for the ages, along with luxurious comfort Hilton Busan. 출처 및 제공 : 부산관광공사With Haeundae Beach and Haedong Yonggungsa temple, the eastern part of Busan has attracted a ...

Hyunkyung Cho 2019-04-01

See the stars this month

The Geumnyeonsan Youth Center operated by city hall is offering everyone the opportunity to enjoy observing the universe through an astro-nomical telescope in the observatory. The opportunity is avail...

Jiyoung Moon 2019-02-24

⁠⁠Tourist police give visitors source for safety

Tourism complaints can be resolved in Korean, English, Chinese and Japanese

Look out for Busan tourist police wearing their familiar uniforms.Are you a tourist in Busan in need of help? The "Tourist Police" are coming to the rescue! Any visitor to our fair city is encouraged ...

Jiyoung Moon 2019-02-24

⁠⁠Festival season returns with excellent options

With winter in Korea finally a fading memory, it's time to get out of that trendy black puffer coat and into an excellent springtime festival. Consider visiting any or all of these great events before...

Jiyoung Moon 2019-02-24

⁠⁠Reborn tower project to include arboretum

Theme park, skywalk, playground and more proposed, as well

An artist's rendering of the proposed Lotte Tower, which is expected to rise over 300 meters.A new arboretum is coming to Lotte Tower, which is set to resume construction behind the Gwangbok branch of...

Jiyoung Moon 2019-02-24

⁠⁠President shows support for Busan restoration plan

Three-point plan for citywide growth and prosperity discussed

President Moon Jaein speaking during the "Great Restoration of Busan" ceremony on Feb. 13.The city recently announced its "Great Restoration of Busan" plan at a ceremony that includes a number of Kore...

Jiyoung Moon 2019-02-24

⁠⁠Spring is springing back into action

There are many places around Busan to enjoy cherry blossoms. However, the path along Oncheoncheon Stream is one of the best.Cherry blossoms are expected to bloom around March 27 this year. With that i...

Jiyoung Moon 2019-02-24

⁠⁠Famous scene recreated

Hocheon Cultural Platform offers great views.A dramatic scene from the popular Korean drama "Fight for My Way" has been reproduced and is waiting for tourists. The city has created a reproduction of a...

Jiyoung Moon 2019-02-24

⁠⁠Several big blazes to celebrate lunar new year

Lunar New Year bonfires light the night skies every year.Feb. 19 marks the first day the Super Moon will rise in 2019. Because of this, do not be surprised if you find a blazing fire at one of Busan's...

Jiyoung Moon 2019-02-24