Gyeonggi (around Seoul) · 광주시
Gwangju (Gyeonggi): what to see and do
A forested city east of Seoul, home to the Namhansanseong fortress and a woodland garden.
Known for
- Namhansanseong, a UNESCO fortress
- Hwadam Forest, a landscaped woodland garden
- Cherry blossom road at Namhansanseong
What to do
Walk the walls and gates of Namhansanseong, then visit Hwadam Forest for a garden walk through the trees.
Tip: This is Gwangju in Gyeonggi province, not the big city of Gwangju in the south.
From Seoul: Subway Line 8 plus bus, about 1 h 15
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