Holiday in Daegu

About Daegu

Daegu is the fourth largest city in South Korea and is located in the southeastern interior, surrounded by mountains and known for its hot summers, which have earned it the nickname 'Däfrica'. The city has a centuries-old history as a center of the textile industry and Korean medicine. Seomun Market, one of the oldest and largest traditional markets in Korea, has been in existence for over 350 years. Textiles, street food, herbs, and household goods are sold across three floors. The adjacent night market is a paradise for food lovers with dozens of stalls. The Yangnyeongsi district is Korea's oldest center for traditional medicine: since the 17th century, healing herbs, ginseng, and medicinal preparations have been traded here. The Museum of Korean Medicine explains traditional healing methods interactively. Apsan Park offers hiking trails on the mountain of the same name (660 m) with panoramic views over the entire city. A cable car leads to the summit, where a memorial commemorates the Korean War. The nearby Palgongsan Mountain with the famous Gatbawi — a stone Buddha wearing a flat hat — is a popular pilgrimage site. The modern side of Daegu is showcased in the Dongseongno district, a lively shopping street with fashion, cafes, and K-beauty shops. The Kim Gwangseok Street Mural is an artistically designed alley dedicated to the legendary Korean folk singer.