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• Culture, sports and design drive Busan’s rise as a global hub source: visitbusanOver the past four years, Busan City has achieved notable progress in strengthening its global reputation and enriching its cultural environment. A key milestone was the opening of the Busan Concert Hall on June 20, the city’s first venue dedicated exclusively to classical music.This cultural expansion will continue with the opening of the Nakdong Art Center in western Busan in January 2026. Plans are also advancing to redevelop Igidae Park in Nam-gu District into a world-class art park, capitalizing on its natural scenery. Busan has further enhanced its appeal through its vibrant culinary scene, earning recognition in the Michelin Guide for two consecutive years. The 2026 edition features 56 local restaurants.Busan has also strengthened its position as a major sports city by expanding athletic infrastructure and attracting professional teams. At the 106th National Sports Festival, the city placed second overall. In 2023, Busan welcomed the Korean Basketball League’s KCC Egis, which won the league championship that same year. Additionally, with the OK Savings Bank Okman Volleyball Club now calling Busan home, the city will host professional teams in baseball, soccer, basketball and volleyball.The city’s international standing has continued to rise. In September, Busan was selected as the 2028 World Design Capital. The designation recognizes cities that use design to improve the economic, social, cultural and environmental quality of life. Busan also ranked 24th in the Global Financial Centres Index, its highest position to date.Beyond showcasing the city’s competencies on the global stage, Busan has taken decisive steps to ensure the health and well-being of its youngest citizens. The city launched Deullak Nallak, a network of children’s centers that offer play-based educational opportunities. With 108 centers currently operating, the city plans to expand the network to 200 by 2026. These efforts were reflected in the 2024 Child Well-Being Index, published by Save the Children and the Institute of Social Welfare at Seoul National University, which ranked Busan highest in overall quality of life for children among major cities.Looking ahead, Busan remains committed to its transformation into a vibrant global city, and its progress across various sectors shows no sign of slowing. <Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>achieve: 성취하다 notable: 주목할만한 culinary: 요리의 recognition: 인식 competency: 경쟁력 Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy
• New high-speed rail service improves access between Busan, Seoul and Gangneung source: getty imageRail access between Busan, Seoul and Gangneung will improve significantly with the introduction of KTX-Eum. The high-speed train will begin service at Bujeon Station in Busanjin-gu District on Dec. 30.KTX-Eum will connect Busan to northern regions via two lines. The Jungang Line runs from Bujeon Station to Cheongnyangni Station in Seoul, taking about 3 hours and 40 minutes, and operates 18 times a day (nine each way).The train will also stop at Shinhaeundae Station eight times a day (four each way), and at Centum Station and Gijang Station twice a day (once each way). The number of trips to and from these stations will be adjusted based on passenger demand and feedback. The Jungang Line significantly improves access to Seoul for residents and visitors in eastern Busan, who no longer have to travel long distances to Busan Station. The Donghae Line runs from Bujeon Station to Gangneung Station in Gangwon-do Province. The trip takes approximately 3 hours and 54 minutes and will operate six times daily (three each way).The implementation of KTX-Eum on the Donghae Line completes the railway network on Korea’s east coast, with major stops at Busan, Taehwagang (Ulsan), Gyeongju, Pohang, Uljin, Donghae and Gangneung.Launched in 2021, KTX-Eum is Korea’s first high-speed train developed entirely with domestic technology.City officials expect the expanded KTX-Eum network to strengthen connectivity between Busan, the capital region and Gangwon-do, supporting tourism and providing residents with faster and more convenient intercity travel.※ Bujeon Station: New Train Service Details, starting Dec. 30◎ Jungang Line (Bujeon – Cheongnyangni) Frequency: 18 runs daily (9 bound for Cheongnyangni, 9 bound for Bujeon) New Stops:- Gijang: 2 runs (1 northbound, 1 southbound)- Shinhaeundae: 8 runs daily (4 northbound, 4 southbound)- Centum: 2 runs (1 northbound, 1 southbound)◎ Donghae Line (Bujeon – Gangneung) Frequency: 6 runs daily (3 bound for Gangneung, 3 bound for Bujeon) Travel Time: Approx. 3 hours and 54 minutes<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>improve: 향상시키다 significantly: 상당히 region: 지역 implementation: 시행 Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy
• Beomeosa Temple Cultural Experience Day Experience a day of calm and cultural insight at Beomeosa Temple through the Korean Cultural Experience Program. Participants will explore meditation, traditional temple cuisine, and hands-on crafts such as lotus lantern or prayer bead making. ★The Busan Global City Foundation is a public organization that provides a wide range of programs and exchange activities to support foreign residents living in Busan, helping them adapt to local life and build a stable living environment.∑ Application for Korean Language Class – Korean Cultural Experience ProgramBreath and Mind Encounter, Moments of Peace: Beomeosa Temple Cultural Experience– Traditional Temple Meal · Meditation · Lotus Lantern Making○ Date & Time : December 18 (Thu) or 19 (Fri), 2025 | 09:00–16:30※ One-day weekday experience. 20 participants per day.○ Venue : Beomeosa Temple (250 Beomeosa-ro, Geumjeong-gu, Busan)※ Morning: Gather at Busan City Hall Station, then move by bus.※ Afternoon: Dismissal is on your own (self-dismissal).○ Program Schedule : Gather at Busan City Hall Station & on-site registration⟶ Arrival at Beomeosa Temple⟶ Meditation⟶ Temple Lunch (Gongyang)⟶ Tea Ceremony / Conversation with a Monk⟶ 108-Prostration Prayer Bead Making (10 participants) / Lotus Lantern Craft (10 participants)⟶ Visit to the Beomeosa Sacred Relics Museum⟶ Forest Walking Meditation (self-guided) & dismissal○ Participation Fee : Free of charge※ Same-day cancellation or no-show will result in ineligibility for future Busan Hangeul Hakdang cultural programs.This program utilizes the Korean Language Course & Busan Korean Language Institute deposit system and is designed to provide benefits to this year's participants. If the program is not filled, it will also be open to those interested in future Foundation classes. We appreciate your support.Participation inquiries: Busan Global City Foundation Busan Global Center (Foreigner Counselor Available): 1577-7716Busan Global City Foundation Project Manager CS Channel: Add KakaoTalk ID (NYK2023) as a friend and send a private message.

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• 2,500 drones to light up Gwangalli Beach on New Year’s Eve source: visitbusanRing in the new year at Gwangalli Beach. On Dec. 31, the Gwangalli M Drone Light Show will stage a special countdown performance, lighting up the night with 2,500 synchronized drones as Busan says goodbye to 2025 and welcomes 2026.The show begins at 11:56 p.m., with drones taking off from Gwangalli Beach and building toward a stunning New Year’s countdown moment. This performance will be held only once, making it a must-see event for residents and visitors alike.To ensure safety and smooth operation, traffic restrictions will be in place from 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Jan. 1, covering the area from the Gwangalli SUP Zone intersection to Millak Hoe Town. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early and use public transportation when possible.Additionally, because the drones use frequency bands similar to Wi-Fi, free public Wi-Fi and mobile carrier Wi-Fi services will be temporarily suspended from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. To help maintain stable drone flights, attendees are also advised to turn off Wi-Fi on their mobile devices during the event.In the event of technical issues, organizers will assess the situation and decide within 30 minutes whether to proceed with the main show or switch to an alternative program.With the sea as its backdrop and the night sky as its stage, the Gwangalli M Drone Light Show promises a memorable way for Busan citizens to welcome 2026 together.※ Gwangalli Marvelous Drone Light Show: Countdown to 2026 ◎ Time: 11:56 p.m. on Dec. 31◎ Watch live on YouTube: @suyeongguTV <Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>ensure: 보장하다 smooth: 부드러운 operation: 운영 restriction: 제한 temporarily: 일시적으로 suspend: 중단하다 alternative: 대체의 Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy
• Exploring YOLO Galmaetgil ⑩ YOLO Route 9  Busan's YOLO Galmaetgil Trails are beloved hiking routes that showcase scenic beachside walks and gentle mountain climbs with various cultural experiences.YOLO has two sources of inspiration. First, from "you only live once," the acronym that describes the mindset that life should be enjoyed; second, from the phrase "come here" as pronounced in the local dialect. Taken together, YOLO invites visitors to experience the joie de vivre locals have: Come to Busan and enjoy life.🏃🏻‍♂️ YOLO Route 9YOLO Galmaetgil Route 9, known as "Samnakgil Pleasures of Life," offers a refreshing look at western Busan as it traces the peaceful Nakdonggang River through Samnak Eco Park. Starting at Gwaebeop Renecite Station on the Busan-Gimhae Light Rail Transit, the 8.7-kilometer trail heads south toward the lotus fields before looping north through the park's spacious riverside grounds.Even in late autumn, the park stays lively with locals exercising, cycling or enjoying a stroll. The cool air and gentle sunlight create an inviting atmosphere, and the landscape feels open and generous. Covering nearly five square kilometers, Samnak Eco Park features extensive outdoor sports facilities, from soccer and baseball fields to tennis courts and park golf courses, as well as areas for archery, rugby and inline skating.Near Samnak Riverside Sports Park, the Lawn Square spreads out in a sweeping patch of green － soft, wide, and perfect for dogs to run freely. To the north, golden reed fields line the riverbank, swaying like a quiet forest and drawing couples in search of cinematic wedding photos.The route also offers regular encounters with migratory birds resting in ponds and marshes. Each winter, species such as spot-billed ducks, bean geese, swans and slender-billed gulls return to nest, adding a peaceful rhythm to the walk. Visitors are encouraged to admire the birds from a respectful distance.<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>spacious: 넓은 stroll: 산책 facility: 시설 migratory bird: 철새  Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy
• The lights are brightly shining ③Seomyeon & Gwangbok-ro  When winter settles over Busan, the city doesn't dim －it shines. Neighborhood by neighborhood, brilliant light displays transform coastal parks, bustling streets and sandy beaches into glowing nighttime escapes. From whimsical installations to immersive media art, Busan's winter festivals offer the perfect reason to step outside, bundle up and explore the city after dark.🌟 Seomyeon Light Festival＊Until Feb. 24　＊Lights on 6 to 11 p.m. dailyRight in the heart of Busan, Seomyeon glows with urban charm as the Seomyeon Light Festival returns for its sixth year. Under the theme "Light Station," it brings rest, romance and excitement to the city's busiest streets.Across Seomyeon 1-beon-ga, five themed zones offer colorful displays and engaging photo spots. The main attraction, Light Station, symbolizes Seomyeon's role as a bustling transit hub and serves as the festival's lively starting point. Golden lights sweep across the streets, adding sparkle and warmth to the district's nightlife.Fireworks-inspired displays, glowing trees and festive backdrops create an irresistible evening atmosphere for friends, couples and families. 🌟 Gwangbok-ro Winter Light Tree Festival＊Until Feb. 22　＊Lights on 5:30 to 10 p.m. dailyA cornerstone of Busan's holiday season, the Gwangbok-ro Winter Light Tree Festival invites visitors into a world filled with brilliant, vivid light. This year's theme, "K-Nuri," blends "K" for Korea with "nuri," meaning "world," symbolizing a bright, imaginative journey through Korean culture.More than 100 illuminated displays turn the streets into a radiant corridor. Media trees, shimmering arches and a fountain of light set a festive scene, while installations infused with Korean humor and tradition add delightful surprises. Keep an eye out for a tiger wearing a traditional "gat," or a figure sporting the iconic "hahoe" mask. Abundant photo spots and cheerful street gardens create an inviting atmosphere for anyone hoping to experience Busan's vibrant winter spirit.<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>sweep: 휩쓸다 irresistible: 거부할 수 없는 installation: 조형물 vibrant: 활기찬Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy

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• Nine Busan restaurants added to Michelin Guide for 2026  Ahead of the official release of this year’s guidebook, the Michelin Guide has unveiled nine newly selected restaurants in Busan on its website. The list spans a broad spectrum of cuisines, from familiar Korean staples such as “tteokgalbi” and dumplings to international and contemporary offerings, including Japanese, Mexican and modern fusion cuisine.Bringing together tradition and experimentation, everyday comfort and culinary creativity, the update previews the guidebook’s evolving direction and sets a higher bar for local food enthusiasts. 1. Songheonjip (송헌집)-Specialty: Tteokgalbi-Address: 18 Millak-ro 19 beon-gil, Suyeong-gu-Hours: Open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for lunch and 5 to 8 p.m. for dinner. Closed on Wednesdays.-Naver Map: Click  2. Pyeongyangjip (평양집)-Specialty: Mandu-Address: 21 Geumgok-daero 20beon-gil, Buk-gu-Hours: Open from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Closed on Sundays.-Naver Map: Click 3. 1969 Buwondong Kalguksu (1969 부원동칼국수)-Specialty: Kalguksu-Address: 3 Gudeok-ro 22 beon-gil, Jung-gu-Hours: Open daily from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.-Naver Map: Click  4. Meerok Super (미락슈퍼)-Specialty: Korean omakase-Address: 46 Millakbondong-ro 31beon-gil, Suyeong-gu-Hours: Open daily. Offers seatings at 11:30 a.m., 1:30, 6 and 8 p.m. on weekends, and 12:30, 6 and 8 p.m. on weekdays.-Naver Map: Click *Reservations can be made via the Catch Table app. 5. Tooru (토오루)-Specialty: Seafood omakase-Address: 38-1 Dongseong-ro 49 beon-gil, Busanjin-gu-Hours: Open daily with seatings at 1, 6:30 and 9:30 p.m.-Naver Map: Click *Reservations can be made via the Catch Table app. 6. Matsuzaki (마츠자키)-Specialty: Authentic kaiseki-Address: 143-1 Gwangan-dong, Suyeong-gu-Hours: Offers two seatings at 6 and 8:30 p.m. Closed on Sundays.-Naver Map: Click  *Reservations can be made via the Catch Table app. 7. Zandunga (잔둔가)-Specialty: Mexican-Address: 41 Dongcheon-ro 108 beon-gil, Busanjin-gu-Hours: Open from noon to 3:30 p.m. for lunch and 5 to 9 p.m. for dinner. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.-Naver Map: Click *Reservations can be made via the Catch Table app. 8. IAán (이안)-Specialty: Korean contemporary-Address: 88 Dalmaji-gil 65beon-gil, Haeundae-gu-Hours: Offers seatings at 12:30, 6 and 7 p.m. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.-Naver Map: Click *Reservations can be made via the Catch Table app. 9. Ultra Bite (울트라 바이트)-Specialty: Contemporary-Address: 28 Millak-ro 14beon-gil, Suyeong-gu-Hours: Open from 6 p.m. to midnight. Closed on Tuesdays.-Naver Map: Click *Reservations can be made via the Catch Table app.<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>release: 발표 unveil: 드러내다 span: ~에 걸치다 tradition: 전통 experimentation: 시험Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy
• Bite Into Busan ⑥ Contemporary Cuisine  For its final installment, "Bite Into Busan" highlights two standout restaurants that blend artistry, innovation and local flavor. Each stop appears in both the Michelin Guide and Taste of Busan, and is known for signature dishes that showcase the city's evolving culinary identity.This finale explores contemporary cuisine, a style that reinvents tradition through creative technique. Chefs build on familiar flavors while pushing boundaries with bold ideas, inventive pairings and elegant, often dramatic plating. The result is a multisensory experience that honors heritage while embracing modern expression.🍝 Palate (팔레트)At Palate, a one-Michelin-starred restaurant atop Dalmaji-gil, Chef Jae-hoon Kim applies his classic French training and global perspective to local ingredients.Kim's menu showcases the abundance of Busan's high-quality ingredients; local kelp flavors his butter and ice cream, the seafood is from the ocean outside Palate's windows and his signature duck is sourced from a farm in nearby Gimhae.* Address: 3F, 154 Dalmaji-gil 65beon-gil, Haeundae-gu* Hours: Open for lunch, noon to 3 p.m. Open for dinner, 6 to 10 p.m. Last order at 7 p.m. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.* Menu: Lunch Course 88,000 won; Dinner Course 200,000 won🍝 Le Dorer (르도헤)Le Dorer presents a modern take on Korean contemporary cuisine, using Busan's local ingredients as the foundation for its distinctive courses. Each dish reflects the city's flavors through an inventive, chef-driven perspective.* Address: 2F, 37 Marine City 3-ro, Haeundae-gu* Hours: Open for lunch, noon to 2:30 p.m. Open for dinner, 6 to 10 p.m. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.* Menu: Lunch Course 120,000 won; Dinner Course 210,000 won<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>standout: 뛰어난 innovation: 혁신 contemporary: 현대의 ingredient: 재료 abundance: 풍요Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy
• Local ingredients with global ambitions 　For its final installment, "Bite Into Busan" highlights two standout restaurants that blend artistry, innovation and local flavor. Each stop appears in both the Michelin Guide and Taste of Busan, and is known for signature dishes that showcase the city's evolving culinary identity.　This finale explores contemporary cuisine, a style that reinvents tradition through creative technique. Chefs build on familiar flavors while pushing boundaries with bold ideas, inventive pairings and elegant, often dramatic plating. The result is a multisensory experience that honors heritage while embracing modern expression.The lobster at Palate is grilled over charcoal and served with a lobster bisque sauce.Hanwoo steak at Palate.　Spanish mackerel at Palate.　■Palate (팔레트)　At Palate, a one-Michelin-starred restaurant atop Dalmaji-gil, Chef Jae-hoon Kim applies his classic French training and global perspective to local ingredients.　Kim's menu showcases the abundance of Busan's high-quality ingredients; local kelp flavors his butter and ice cream, the seafood is from the ocean outside Palate's windows and his signature duck is sourced from a farm in nearby Gimhae.* Address: 3F, 154 Dalmaji-gil 65beon-gil, Haeundae-gu* Hours: Open for lunch, noon to 3 p.m. Open for dinner, 6 to 10 p.m. Last order at 7 p.m. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.* Menu: Lunch Course 88,000 won; Dinner Course 200,000 wonBlack pig pasta served in a rich pork broth at Le Dorer. Duck noodles from Le Dorer.　Cucumber sorbet from Le Dorer.　The dessert course at Le Dorer includes chocolate walnuts, fig bonbons and cookie sandwiches.■Le Dorer (르도헤)　Le Dorer presents a modern take on Korean contemporary cuisine, using Busan's local ingredients as the foundation for its distinctive courses. Each dish reflects the city's flavors through an inventive, chef-driven perspective.* Address: 2F, 37 Marine City 3-ro, Haeundae-gu* Hours: Open for lunch, noon to 2:30 p.m. Open for dinner, 6 to 10 p.m. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.* Menu: Lunch Course 120,000 won; Dinner Course 210,000 won

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Life

• Happy New Year! source: getty image"Thank you for reading Daily Busan throughout the past year. This year too, Daily Busan promises to provide you with helpful news. May the New Year bring you happiness and good health. Leave behind all the difficulties of the past year and recharge with a fresh start. Spend valuable time with family and friends, creating happy moments. Wishing you luck and joy in the coming year— Happy New Year!"From. Daily Busan
• Why I live in Busan source: getty imageAre you a foreign resident in Busan? Tell us why this city feels like home. Share a short personal story about a place, a moment or a small reason you stayed. Selected stories receive a small writer’s fee and may be featured in our publication.Word Count: 300 wordsSubmissions: Click 
• Website revamp makes Life in Busan better source: getty imageBusan’s international residents will have easier access to information with the launch of newly upgraded services on Life in Busan, the city’s one-stop support platform for foreign residents. The platform’s new name will be unveiled soon.Operated by the Busan Global City Foundation since its launch in 2024, Life in Busan provides essential information to help foreign residents and international students settle in the city. The platform offers content in 57 languages, including local news, visa guidance, job information, medical and emergency resources and details on public support programs.The latest renewal focuses on improving usability and accessibility. Updates include a redesigned page layout, streamlined category structure and expanded use of dual-language titles for notices. Content has also been enhanced to better reflect the practical needs of the international community.One of the most notable additions is the new “Study in Busan” section, created specifically for international students. The category brings together key academic and daily-life information, including profiles of universities and colleges across the city, details on scholarship and campus support programs and guidance on student life in Busan.Further improvements are planned to strengthen the platform’s role as a comprehensive, customized service hub for foreign residents. The Busan Global City Foundation said it will continue refining content and features by actively incorporating feedback from the international community.Life in Busan: Click <Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>launch: 출시하다 unveil: 드러나다 essential: 필수적인 settle: 정착하다 usability: 유용성 accessibility: 접근성 comprehensive: 포괄적인Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy

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• The pleasures of life by a riverside YOLO Galmaetgil Route 9 runs through Samnak Eco Park, which best exemplifies Busan's desire to build a city where humans and nature coexist.Samnak Eco Park boasts several fields for various sports.The park's wide open fields offer plenty of space for dogs and their owners to run around.Busan citizens are among the happiest in the nation thanks to ample green spaces that allow families to spend time outdoors.The park is also a wildlife refuge for migratory birds.■ YOLO Route 9　YOLO Galmaetgil Route 9, known as "Samnakgil Pleasures of Life," offers a refreshing look at western Busan as it traces the peaceful Nakdonggang River through Samnak Eco Park. Starting at Gwaebeop Renecite Station on the Busan-Gimhae Light Rail Transit, the 8.7-kilometer trail heads south toward the lotus fields before looping north through the park's spacious riverside grounds.　Even in late autumn, the park stays lively with locals exercising, cycling or enjoying a stroll. The cool air and gentle sunlight create an inviting atmosphere, and the landscape feels open and generous. Covering nearly five square kilometers, Samnak Eco Park features extensive outdoor sports facilities, from soccer and baseball fields to tennis courts and park golf courses, as well as areas for archery, rugby and inline skating.　Near Samnak Riverside Sports Park, the Lawn Square spreads out in a sweeping patch of green － soft, wide, and perfect for dogs to run freely. To the north, golden reed fields line the riverbank, swaying like a quiet forest and drawing couples in search of cinematic wedding photos.　The route also offers regular encounters with migratory birds resting in ponds and marshes. Each winter, species such as spot-billed ducks, bean geese, swans and slender-billed gulls return to nest, adding a peaceful rhythm to the walk. Visitors are encouraged to admire the birds from a respectful distance.YOLO Guide: Click
• Where silver grass shimmers and cedar scents linger 　The YOLO Galmaetgil Trails invite visitors to experience scenic hikes along the city's natural and cultural resources.　"YOLO" reflects both "you only live once" and the local dialect for "come here," blending global and regional meaning. Taken together, YOLO is an invitation for visitors to experience the joie de vivre locals have: Come to Busan and enjoy life.The beloved silver grass fields on Seonghaksan Mountain.　The Nakdong Jeongmaek Trail spans 6.7 kilometers along the ridge east of the Nakdonggang River. The journey begins at Flower Village, so named for its abundance of wild blooms, and quickly leads into the wooded serenity of Gudeok Culture Park.　From there, the trail climbs Gudeoksan Mountain and reaches Jaeneomi Maruteo, a key junction that guides hikers toward Seunghaksan Mountain. Along this ridge, vast fields of silver grass stretch across the slopes, creating a shimmering autumn landscape. The Eoksae Noeul Observatory  rewards hikers with views of the Nakdonggang River and Dadaepo Beach.　A gentle descent leads to Dangri Jeseokgol, where tree-lined paths fill the air with a refreshing cedar scent. This route captures the harmony of Busan's mountain ridges, seasonal colors and river views in a single hike.Gudeok Culture ParkEoksae Noeul ObservatoryPeople enjoying the autumn silver grass.A forest filled with the healing scent of cedarwood.
• An inviting fortress atop Busan's tallest mountain 　The YOLO Galmaetgil Trails invite visitors to experience scenic hikes along the city's natural and cultural resources.　"YOLO" reflects both "you only live once" and the local dialect for "come here," blending global and regional meaning. Taken together, YOLO is an invitation for visitors to experience the joie de vivre locals have: Come to Busan and enjoy life.Geumjeongsanseong Fortress■ YOLO Route 10　Route 10, fondly known as "Picnic at Geumjeongsanseong Fortress," is a scenic 10-kilometer trail stretching from Gupo Station to Geumjeongsanseong Village. Geumbit Noeul Bridge　The first highlight is Geumbit Noeul Bridge, where fiery skies dip over the Nakdonggang River. By day, it links bustling Gupo Market to tranquil Hwamyeong Eco Park; by night, colorful lights create a romantic backdrop for evening strolls.Hwamyeong Eco ParkThe glasshouse at Hwamyeong Arboretum　Hwamyeong Eco Park shines in autumn, with rows of golden-brown metasequoias, and swaying silver grass. Nearby, Hwamyeong Arboretum － Busan's first public arboretum － displays themed gardens and seasonal wildflowers.Geumjeongsanseong Village　The route continues to the western gate of Geumjeongsanseong Fortress, Korea's largest mountain stronghold, before ending at Geumjeongsanseong Village. Here, visitors savor local delicacies like black goat bulgogi and Sanseong Makgeolli.YOLO Guide : Click

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