Enjoy Busan
For a winter escape, head east ②
While Busan is the nation's most popular summer vacation destination, winter in the city is quietly captivating. As the crowds thin and the air turns crisp, the city reveals a calmer, more intimate side, where ocean views, hot springs and neighborhood streets come into focus. This week, the spotlight turns to the eastern districts, where modern cityscapes meet the sea and local life unfolds at a leisurely pace.
Jeonpo Cafe Street
☕ Busanjin-gu & Dongnae-gu: Cafes, hot springs and history
Jeonpo Cafe Street in Busanjin-gu District feels especially welcoming in winter. Its narrow alleys are filled with distinctive cafes, eateries and boutique shops, each offering a warm retreat from the cold. The neighborhood buzzes with a cozy, local charm that makes it easy to linger.
a free outdoor footbath
For a deeper sense of tradition, Dongnae-gu District offers a classic Busan experience. Near Oncheonjang Station, a free outdoor footbath uses the mineral-rich hot spring water that has defined the area for centuries. Locals gather here to unwind, making it a simple yet authentic way to connect with everyday life in the city.
Dongnae Eupseong Fortress
Nearby, Dongnae Eupseong Fortress invites a quiet walk through history. Once a key defensive site during the Joseon Dynasty, its stone walls now frame a peaceful path where past and present blend, far from the city's bustle.
<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>
distinctive: 독특한, 특색 있는 cozy: 아늑한, 포근한 authentic: 진정한, 진짜의, 정통의 bustle: 북적임, 분주함 (사람·활기가 많은 상태)
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