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About Busan
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About Busan
About Busan
About Busan
Busan, on the southeastern tip of the Korean Peninsula, is a bustling city of approximately 3.3 million residents
The natural environment of Busan is a harmonious relationship of mountains, rivers and sea with hot springs scattered throughout the city.
Its geography includes a coastline featuring superb beaches, scenic cliffs and mountains, providing excellent hiking and extraordinary views.
Its geography includes a coastline featuring superb beaches, scenic cliffs and mountains, providing excellent hiking and extraordinary views.
Busan enjoys four distinct seasons and a temperate climate that is never too hot or too cold.
Busan, at 771.33km², is the second largest city in Korea. Its deep harbor and gentle tides have allowed it to grow into the largest container handling port in the country and the sixth largest in the world.
The city's natural endowments and rich history have earned Busan a growing reputation as a world class city for tourism and culture. As such, it has already become a renowned destination for international conventions.
The city's natural endowments and rich history have earned Busan a growing reputation as a world class city for tourism and culture. As such, it has already become a renowned destination for international conventions.
Location
Geographically, Busan has the Straits of Korea to its south, Ulsan to the north, and Gimhae to the west.
Cities that share almost the same latitude with Busan include Jinhae and Gwangju in Korea, as well as Tokyo, Algiers and Oklahoma City.
Busan is eight hours ahead of GMT.
Geopolitically speaking, the city is located at the southern tip of a strip that connects Asia, Siberia and Europe. It also serves as a main gateway to the Pacific Ocean.
This strategic location places the city at the center of international maritime transportation.
Busan is eight hours ahead of GMT.
Geopolitically speaking, the city is located at the southern tip of a strip that connects Asia, Siberia and Europe. It also serves as a main gateway to the Pacific Ocean.
This strategic location places the city at the center of international maritime transportation.
Population
From its opening in 1876, the port of Busan helped the city rapidly develop into a hub of trade, commerce and industry, spurring a population boom.
By the end of 1994, there were approximately 4 million people who called Busan home.
Since 1995, the population has slowly begun to decrease.
As of July 2023, Busan was home to 3,357,737 people. The male population consists of 48.9 percent, while the female population comprises 51.1 percent. The population of foreign residents living in Busan stood at 52,685, an increase of 6,137 compared to 2022.
By the end of 1994, there were approximately 4 million people who called Busan home.
Since 1995, the population has slowly begun to decrease.
As of July 2023, Busan was home to 3,357,737 people. The male population consists of 48.9 percent, while the female population comprises 51.1 percent. The population of foreign residents living in Busan stood at 52,685, an increase of 6,137 compared to 2022.
Climate & Scenery
Busan is located at the southeasternmost tip of the Korean Peninsula in the mid-latitude temperate zone, which receives seasonal winds. It has four distinct seasons: spring, summer, fall and winter.
The annual average temperature is 14.9°C. The average annual rainfall is 144.19cm.
Busan experiences stronger winds compared to other areas in Korea. Spring begins in March and ends in late June.
The rainy season in late June and July signals the beginning of the coming summer heat.
The highest mean temperature of around 32°C occurs at the end of July through mid-August.
Fall is from early September through late-November.
The weather is nice and cool at this time because of the continental high atmospheric pressure.
Winter starts by the end of November and continues until February, but Busan rarely receives any snowfall.
The average winter temperature is 3.8°C.
Busan experiences stronger winds compared to other areas in Korea. Spring begins in March and ends in late June.
The rainy season in late June and July signals the beginning of the coming summer heat.
The highest mean temperature of around 32°C occurs at the end of July through mid-August.
Fall is from early September through late-November.
The weather is nice and cool at this time because of the continental high atmospheric pressure.
Winter starts by the end of November and continues until February, but Busan rarely receives any snowfall.
The average winter temperature is 3.8°C.
Tourists can enjoy Busan through all seasons thanks to its good weather and beautiful scenery.
In summer the city is crowded with visitors, particularly at Haeundae and Gwangalli beaches.
In addition to these two beaches, seven other beaches offer swimming and marine leisure activities.
Alongside Nakdonggang River, which borders the city, an ecological park the size of 63 soccer fields also beckons to those looking for opportunities to re-energize themselves before returning to their daily lives.
Visitors have the opportunity to take in the beauty of nature while strolling along walkways extending a total of 278 km, connecting the riverside, forests, coastline, and downtown area.
In summer the city is crowded with visitors, particularly at Haeundae and Gwangalli beaches.
In addition to these two beaches, seven other beaches offer swimming and marine leisure activities.
Alongside Nakdonggang River, which borders the city, an ecological park the size of 63 soccer fields also beckons to those looking for opportunities to re-energize themselves before returning to their daily lives.
Visitors have the opportunity to take in the beauty of nature while strolling along walkways extending a total of 278 km, connecting the riverside, forests, coastline, and downtown area.
Culture
Busan is a major cultural nexus in the region. In particular, Busan is a city of festivals, arts and film. The city hosts a variety of events such as the Busan International Film Festival(BIFF), Busan Fireworks Festival, One Asia Festival, and the Busan Biennale.
Many museums are located in Busan, including the Museum of Contemporary Art Busan, Busan Museum of Movies, and the United Nations Peace Memorial Hall, which showcases the city’s unique culture and history.
In addition, Busan is home to many cultural attractions, such as Gamcheon Cultural Village, a residential community created in a stair-case fashion along a mountain slope in the 1950s.
Traditional Buddhist temples, such as Beomeosa Temple, built in the 7th century on Geumjeongsan Mountain, and Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, constructed in 1376 where mountain meets sea welcomes visitors and boasts breathtaking scenery.
Busan is also well-known for its traditional Korean cuisine, including Dwaeji Gukbap (pork soup with rice), Dongnae Pajeon (flour pancake made with whole scallions and various kinds of seafood), and fishcakes made of crushed and fried fish fillets at Bupyeong Market.
Jagalchi Market, one of Korea’s largest fish markets, offers all kinds of fresh seafood for which Busan is famous.
In addition, Busan is home to many cultural attractions, such as Gamcheon Cultural Village, a residential community created in a stair-case fashion along a mountain slope in the 1950s.
Traditional Buddhist temples, such as Beomeosa Temple, built in the 7th century on Geumjeongsan Mountain, and Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, constructed in 1376 where mountain meets sea welcomes visitors and boasts breathtaking scenery.
Busan is also well-known for its traditional Korean cuisine, including Dwaeji Gukbap (pork soup with rice), Dongnae Pajeon (flour pancake made with whole scallions and various kinds of seafood), and fishcakes made of crushed and fried fish fillets at Bupyeong Market.
Jagalchi Market, one of Korea’s largest fish markets, offers all kinds of fresh seafood for which Busan is famous.
History
In the Joseon Period(1392-1897) during the reign of King Taejo(1392-1398), the administrative boundary around Dongnae(located in the central northern part of presentday Busan Metropolitan City) was established. Later, during the reign of King Taejong(1400-1418), the "Daeil Gyoyeokjang"(trading center) was also established. By 1470 trade flourished between the Kingdom of Joseon and Japan.
At the same time, Dongnae’s role in national defense and diplomacy was becoming increasingly important for the expanding kingdom.
During the late Joseon Dynasty, the “Choryangwaegwan”, which acted as a modern-day embassy, served as the site for establishing expanded trade links between the Eurasian Continent and the Far East.
During the late Joseon Dynasty, the “Choryangwaegwan”, which acted as a modern-day embassy, served as the site for establishing expanded trade links between the Eurasian Continent and the Far East.
In the 19th century, Busan's struggle against the imperialist Japanese Empire was stronger than that of any other region.
Upon the outbreak of the Korean War, Busan saw a major influx of refugees and became the last bastion of national power as the provisional capital.
Busan was upgraded to a “Jikhalsi” (city under direct control of the government) in 1963 and a become metropolitan city in January 1995.
From the 1950s to the 1980s, Busan emerged as a leading base for the economic rehabilitation and promotion of democracy in Korea.
Busan was upgraded to a “Jikhalsi” (city under direct control of the government) in 1963 and a become metropolitan city in January 1995.
From the 1950s to the 1980s, Busan emerged as a leading base for the economic rehabilitation and promotion of democracy in Korea.
Increased foreign competition in the 1990s alongside the Asian financial crisis forced Busan citizens to display their perseverance and ingenuity in the face of economic adversity.
After passing through a long trying, and at times dark, period, Busan is well on its way to emerging stronger and better than ever before.
After passing through a long trying, and at times dark, period, Busan is well on its way to emerging stronger and better than ever before.
For further information about Busan, please visit the Busan Museum, Dongsam-dong Shell Mounds, Bokcheon Museum, Chungnyeolsa Shrine, Baeksan Memorial Hall and the many other historical venues in Busan.
To fully enjoy your time while here make the most of what Busan's cultural heritage has to offer.
To fully enjoy your time while here make the most of what Busan's cultural heritage has to offer.
