Kwangju Bank Museum (KJB금융박물관 (광주은행 금융박물관))
Kwangju Bank Museum (KJB금융박물관 (광주은행 금융박물관))
– Homepage
museum.kjbank.com
Kwangju Bank Museum established to celebrate the 44th anniversary of the bank, is the first financial bank in the Honam region. Visitors can explore a collection of over one thousand financial artifacts and learn about the history of financial institutions in the region, as well as the evolution of Korean and global currency at the museum. The museum offers financial educational programs for various age groups and also provides a cultural space, allowing visitors to connect through art and learn more about the region’s heritage.
– Address : 225 Jebong-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju
※ Presentation Information
– Information and Guides
+82-62-239-5065
– Parking
Available
– Day Off
Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays
– Usage Fee
Free
– Operating Hours
10:00-17:00
◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox
⊙ Geumnam-ro Street (금남로)
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Geumnam-ro Street used to be in the government office quarters, and is now the center of the city’s finacial sphere, with many banks, insurance companies and public offices lining the street. During the May 18 Movement, the citizens gathered at Geumnam-ro Steet and marched together to express their sadness and give support for the sublimation of the nation. In modern times, the street serves as a meeting space for citizens, with an underground shopping mall and a plaza around a fountain, where events and performances freely take place.
⊙ Gwangju Wongaksa Temple (원각사(광주))
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– Homepage
www.wongaksa.org
Gwangju Wongaksa Temple, a branch temple of Suncheon Seonggwangsa Temple, is part of the Jogye order of Korean Buddhism in Gwangju. Bustling with visitors, the temple offers various events, cultural activities, and Buddhist ceremonies for visitors.
⊙ Gwangju Cinema (광주극장)
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Gwangju Cinema opened in 1935 as an artistic and independent film theater and is the sole single-screen cinema to operate in Korea. In the past, the cinema mainly focused on Korean-focused productions such as pansori, but also screen Japanese films to increase business.
⊙ Geumnam Butterfly Garden (금남로공원 금남나비정원)
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– Homepage
tour.gwangju.go.kr
Geumnamro Neighborhood Park, once the site of the Bank of Korea’s Gwangju branch, now hosts the enchanting Geumnam Butterfly Garden. Inspired by the glowing butterflies, the garden is a stunning curation by Gwangju, a UNESCO Creative City of Media Arts. It offers a magical setting for a night tour, transporting visitors into a fantasy world of vibrant colors and purple hues.
⊙ Dongnidan-gil Cafe Street (동리단길 카페거리)
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– Homepage
tour.gwangju.go.kr
Dongridan-gil Cafe Street, once an affluent neighborhood filled with opulent homes and traditional hanok houses, is now a popular attraction in Gwangju. The street is lined with various cafes, each boasting its own unique menu and interior, perfect for those seeking unique menus and picture-worthy spots. Surrounding the Cafe Street, there are many parks, wall murals, and art installations, making it an ideal place for a leisurely stroll or a relaxing break.
⊙ May 18 Democratic Uprising Archives (5•18민주화운동 기록관)
– Homepage
www.518archives.go.kr
The May 18 Democratization Movement was a righteous uprising by citizens that took place in Gwangju for ten days from May 18 to 27 in 1980. The May 18 Democratic Uprising Archives was established in 2015 at the former Gwangju Catholic Center, a historical site of May 1980, to systematically collect and preserve the May 18 Democratization Movement’s heritage that led to the democracy in Korea today. Through the efforts of Gwangju citizens, visitors can see the original records of the May 18 Democratization Movement, inscribed on the UNESCO Memory of the World in 2011. Visitors can also view the records with a guide or through online exhibitions. The May 18 Democratic Uprising Archives is a place that preserves the history of all Korean citizens.
⊙ Dream People Enter (드림피플엔터)
– Homepage
www.gjski.co.kr
Dream People Enter is an indoor ski class facility that visitors can enjoy throughout the year with beginner and intermediate slopes and auto slope for advanced learners. The class also go on field trips to Muju Deogyusan Resort and Welli Hilli Park for ski camps and lessons. There are ski and snowboard classes for both individuals and groups. It also has facility to repair ski gears, a storage, and a ski shop.
⊙ Ramada Plaza By Wyndham Chungjang (라마다플라자 충장호텔)
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www.ramadaplazachungjang.com
Ramada Plaza By Wyndham Chungjang is the second Ramada Plaza in Gwangju with a view of Mudeungsan Mountain and Gwanjucheon Stream. The hotel has spacious 95 rooms with facilities including a fitness center, male-only sauna and more. Convention Center with a view of Mudeungsan Mountain, lounge and entertainment facilities with a trendy style provide guests with the comfort for any type of travel.
⊙ Palace Tourist Hotel (파레스 관광호텔)
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palace-hotel.kr
Palace Tourist Hotel is located only a six-minute walk from Geumnamro 4(sa)-ga Station on Gwangju Subway Line 1. Nearby attractions within walking distance include Gwangju Art Street and Yangdong Market.
