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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › GwangjuGwangju - Wikipedia

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   Gwangju (Korean: ⓘ), formerly romanized as Kwangju, is South Korea's sixth-largest metropolis. It is a designated metropolitan city under the direct control of the central government's Home Minister.

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3. thekoreanguide.com › gwangju-travel-guideGwangju Travel Guide: What To Do And Must-Visit Attractions

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   Jul 5, 2022 · Gwangju is thus a must-see for anybody curious about how South Korea developed a vibrant democracy. Continue reading to learn more about what to do in Gwangju including some popular tourist activities to try, what Gwangju is known for, as well as the top 3 places to stay during your trip and more.

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   • Gwangju National Museum. In a suitably magnificent building, the Gwangju National Museum looks like a traditional palace, and sits at the top of a grand stairway.
   • Gwangju Museum of Art. Close to the Gwangju National Museum, at Jungoe Park, the Gwangju Museum of Art is home to the Biennale Exhibition Hall and moved into a new main building in 2007.
   • May 18th National Cemetery. It seems difficult to believe now, but a generation ago democracy was non-existent in South Korea. There were no national elections for decades up to 1988, after dictator Park Chung-hee, who took over in a coup in 1961, imposed a new constitution in the early 70s.
   • Asia Culture Center (ACC) Opened in 2014 after 12 years of planning and construction, this modern and airy cultural centre in Gwangsan-dong, Dong-gu stages music and dance performances, contemporary art exhibitions, film screenings, workshops, festivals and a wealth of events dedicated to Gwangju and Asian culture.

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   Things to Do in Gwangju, South Korea: See Tripadvisor's 3,917 traveler reviews and photos of Gwangju tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in June. We have reviews of the best places to see in Gwangju. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

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6. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Gwangju,_GyeonggiGwangju, Gyeonggi - Wikipedia

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   Gwangju (Korean: 광주; Korean pronunciation:) is a city in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, a suburb southeast of Seoul. The city is not to be confused with the much larger Gwangju Metropolitan City, former capital of South Jeolla Province, or Guangzhou, the city of Guangdong, China in Hanja.

7. nomadicsamuel.com › city-guides › gwangjuGwangju Travel Guide: Top 20 Things to Do in Gwangju, South Korea

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   Gwangju travel guide covers the top attractions and best things to do, see and eat in the city with tours, restaurants and accommodations.

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   Where is Gwangju located?

   • Gwangju [a] ( Korean : 광주; Korean pronunciation: [kwaŋ.dʑu]) is a city in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, a suburb southeast of Seoul. The city is not to be confused with the much larger Gwangju Metropolitan City, former capital of South Jeolla Province, or Guangzhou, the city of Guangdong, China in Hanja .

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   What is Gwangju known for?

   • Gwangju, located in South Jeolla Province, is an art and fashion-conscious city known for doing things their own way. That mindset has existed since the Gwangju Uprising of May 1980, when a push for democracy by the people was savagely crushed by the South Korean military. However, the people fought back.

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   When did Gwangju become a city?

   • After civilian rule was reinstated in 1987, a national cemetery was established to honor the victims of the incident. In 1986, Gwangju separated from South Jeolla Province to become a Directly Governed City (Jikhalsi), and then became a Metropolitan City (Gwangyeoksi) in 1995.

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   Is Gwangju worth a visit?

   • However, the people fought back. As a result, this city now reflects and honors those who bleed for South Korea’s independence. Today, Gwangju has many popular attractions, including Gwangju National Museum, Gwangju Museum of Art, the May 18th National Cemetery, and the Asia Culture Center (ACC), making it well worth a visit.

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9. www.lonelyplanet.com › south-korea › jeollanam-doGwangju travel - Lonely Planet | South Korea, Asia

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   Gwangju. South Korea, Asia. Gwangju (광주), Korea's sixth-largest city, is defined by its powerful political history and reverence for creativity. Often considered the birthplace of Korean democracy, the effects of the May 18 Democratic Uprising – a 1980 mass protest against South Korea's then-authoritarian military government – remain a ...