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The 20th Busan Fireworks Festival – Nov. 15, 2025 | Gwangalli Beach

The 20th Busan Fireworks Festival – Nov. 15, 2025 | Gwangalli BeachThe 20th Busan Fireworks Festival will take place on Saturday, November 15th in the Gwangalli Beach area.The 20th Busan Fireworks Festival○ Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025 ※ fireworks at 19:00~20:00 (Pre-events from 14:00 to 19:00○ Venue: around Gwangalli Beach, Igidae, Dongbaekseom island○ Hosted by: Busan Metropolitan City○ Website: https://busanfireworks.com/en/ (English)https://busanfireworks.com/ (Korean)Instagram: @busan_fireworksPhone: (051)713-5000Related articles:Road Closures due to Busan Fireworks FestivalGeumnyeonsan Youth Training Institute Open to the Public During Busan Fireworks Festival on Nov. 15(Daily Busan) 20th Busan Fireworks Festival to light up Gwangalli on Nov. 1520th Busan Fireworks Festival promises biggest show yetDomoheon Operating Hours on the Day of the Busan Fireworks FestivalDomoheon Operating Hours (Saturday, November 15, 2025)Main Building: 10:00–20:00Outdoor Exclusive Parking Lot: 09:30–21:00*Please note that vehicles cannot exit the parking lot outside its operating hours.*The Dong Girls’ High School parking lot will close at 17:30 on the day of the event.Pre-Event ScheduleThe 20th Busan Fireworks Festival Pre-Event Schedule TIMEPROGRAM14:00~18:00Fireworks StreetVarious citizen participation programs will unfold along the beach road18:00~18:50Fireworks PrologueA special 20th-anniversary opening sequence using Gwangandaegyo Bridge trusses, featuring citizens’ cheering messages rolling across the bridge.18:50~19:00Opening CeremonyAn opening ceremony to mark the beginning of the Busan Fireworks Festival.All program contents are subject to change depending on the organizer's circumstances and weather conditions!20th Anniversary Booth: Anniversary Lounge20th Anniversary Celebration Booth for Busan Fireworks Festival with Citizens, featuring special exhibitions and citizen participation programs.Busan Multi-Fireworks Show3-Point ProductionSpectacul

Geumnyeonsan Youth Training Institute Open to the Public During Busan Fireworks Festival on Nov. 15

Geumnyeonsan Youth Training Institute Open to the Public During Busan Fireworks Festival on Nov. 15Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025Venue: Geumnyeonsan Youth Training Institute* Fireworks viewing locations open to the public: Square in front of Saenghwalgwan (accommodation facility in the center), the rooftop of the Observatory, Cheongunjeong Pavilion○ Details about fireworks viewing locations★ For a safe and pleasant experience, the rooftop of the Observatory will be open from 18:00 on Saturday, November 15, 2025, and the number of attendees will be restricted to 110.① The square in front of Saenghwalgwan (accommodation facility in the center): 200 people by order of arrival. (Admission tickets will be distributed by order of arrival.).② The rooftop of the observatory: 110 people (opening time: 18:00 -).Admission tickets will be distributed by order of arrival.③ Cheongunjeong Pavilion (2nd floor): 40 people (opening time: 18:00 -).Admission tickets will be distributed by order of arrival.④ Saenghwalgwan guests can watch the festival on the balcony of the building from 13:00.1st floor 50 people, 2nd floor 50 people, 3rd floor 100 people○ Smoking and drinking alcohol are prohibited anywhere within the Geumnyeonsan Youth Training Institute.○ Tripods for photo shoots are not allowed in all areas of the Geumnyeonsan Youth Training Institute.○ Paid parking with a capacity of 80 spaces is available.* How to get there: Take metro line No. 2 to Mt. Geumnyeon Station and leave by Exit No. 6, then walk for about 30 minutes.For more information, please visit https://www.busan.go.kr/youth/gnsaler01/1705657 (Korean).

Exploring YOLO Galmaetgil ⑨ YOLO Route 8

source: visitbusanThe 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.🏃🏻‍♂️ YOLO Route 8The 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 scent of cedar. This route captures the harmony of Busan's mountain ridges, seasonal colors and river views in a single hike.<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>reflect: 반영하다 regional: 지역적인 abundance: 풍요 serenity: 고요함  vast: 거대한 shimmering: 반짝이는 descent: 내리막 ridge: 산등성이Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy

Bite Into Busan ⑤ French & Italian

source: Taste of Busan"Bite Into Busan" is a monthly celebration of the city's restaurants. Each featured spot is listed in the Michelin Guide and Taste of Busan, the city's official gourmet guidebook, and is known for its signature dishes. In this edition, we turn our focus to two timeless rivals that have long defined Europe's culinary landscape: French and Italian cuisines. In Busan, you can skip the flights and still savor the essence of both. Discover the meticulous artistry and refined sophistication of French cuisine and the elegant simplicity of Italian dishes that celebrate the pure flavors of each ingredient. 🍝 Delibong 델리봉Delibong, run by owner-chef Jeong-bong Park, offers French cuisine with a focus on charcuterie. Upon the first visit, guests may be a little confused by the lack of a signboard, but a feast is underway inside.*Address: 3F, 4 Millak-ro 27beon-gil, Suyeong-gu🍝 Ramsey 램지At Ramsey, Chef Gyu-jin Lee highlights local ingredients in his innovative approach to classic French cuisine. Every beautiful dish has a French sensibility but a Korean soul. The restaurant is situated in a warm, spacious area with windows overlooking the Gwangandaegyo Bridge.*Address: 3F, 38 Gwanganhaebyeon-ro 284 beon-gil, Suyeong-gu🍝 Outro by Vito 아웃트로 바이 비토After studying at the Italian Culinary Institute for Foreigners, Chef Sang-jin Kim, also known as Vito, returned home to serve his fellow Busanites fresh pasta. For over 14 years, diners have flocked to Outro, drawn by the delicious pastas and the genius-level seasoning on display in Vito's expertly crafted protein and seafood dishes. Each table is illuminated by a spotlight, forcing diners to keep their attention on the food - as it should be.*Address: 1F, 18 Millakbondong-ro 19beon-gil, Suyeong-gu🍝 Cor Pasta bar 코르 파스타 바Honored as a Bib Gourmand restaurant, Cor Pasta Bar is located in a quiet building in the Jeonpo-dong neighborhood. This restaurant is run by a chef who puts his heart and soul into housemade pastas, sauces and bread. Try the bottarga pasta with sea urchin and fish roe. The wine menu is great, with pairings done by the chef.*Address: 2F, 13 Dongseong-ro 25beon-gil, Busanjin-gu🍝 Osteria Aboo 오스테리어 어부Osteria Aboo in Jeonpo-dong shines a spotlight on Southern Italian flavors, offering a menu rich in seafood-driven dishes. Known for standouts like its sweet shrimp bisque pasta and fried calamari, the restaurant highlights fresh ocean ingredients in true coastal Italian style. Paired with wines selected by the chef, each dish offers a satisfying taste of Southern Italy.Osteria Aboo is only open to reservations, which can be made through the CatchTable dining app.*Address: 1F, 58 Dongcheon-ro, Busanjin-gu※Restaurant information may be subject to change.<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어> timeless: 세월이 흘러도 변치않는 savor: 풍미 essence: 본질 artistry: 예술적인 기교 simplicity: 단순함 ingredient: 재료 innovative: 혁신적인 spacious: 넓은 Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy