Daily Busan
Urban Oases ② Songjeong and Songdo
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Ready to dash across hot sand and dive into cool waves? All seven of Busan's beaches will officially be open on July 1, inviting visitors to soak up the sun, splash in the surf and bask in the city's signature summer vibe. Busan's beaches offer much more than swimming and sunbathing. From dynamic music festivals to peaceful sunsets, each one has its unique charm.
🌊 Songjeong Beach
Ask any local surfer and they'll tell you that Songjeong Beach is the real deal. Tucked where the East Sea meets the South Sea, this coastal gem offers consistent swells year-round, making it a popular surf spot for beginners and pros alike.
The beach's shallow waters and soft sandy bottom create ideal conditions for newcomers to get started without the fear of wipeouts. For seasoned surfers, the waves offer just the right rhythm to ride all day.
When locals began hanging ten in the early 2000s, Songjeong Beach quickly established itself as the birthplace of Korea's modern surfing culture. Today, it's home to a thriving surfing scene with schools, rental shops and a laid-back community vibe.
🌊 Songdo Beach
Songdo Beach boasts a 100-year-long legacy of entertaining Koreans during the summer. Since it opened to the public in 1913, people have spent countless hot days swimming in the shadow of the pine-covered island from which the area gets its name.
Over the years, the area has evolved from a quaint, local swimming hole to a buzzy, tourism hot spot thanks to must-visit attractions.
Take a stroll on the 365-meter Songdo Cloud Walk, the longest skywalk in Busan. For an even better view, take a ride on the Songdo Sea Cable Car. The 1.62-kilometer ride reaches a height of 86 meters, offering a stunning panoramic view of the area.
<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>
coastal: 해안가의 gem: 보석 consistent: 꾸준한 birthplace: 탄생지 legacy: 역사 quaint: 운치있는
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