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Lee Do-hyun's Pick: Old City Center in Gunsan
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The beginning and the end of Gunsan travel, Gunsan Old City CenterThe starting point and the end of traveling in Gunsan, Gunsan Old City Center
It is said that traveling in Gunsan begins and ends at the old city center, for the premier sights of Gunsan are centered around there. That means that the city is perfect for travelers on foot. Gunsan’s old city center has many buildings along Gunsan Modern History Street that were built in modern styles during the Japanese colnial period, giving the area a rather unique and interesting ambience. There are plenty of things to eat as well, from Leesungdang, the oldest bakery in Korea, to Gunsan Jjamppong Street, where one can savor jjamppong (spicy seafood noodle soup) created by the Chinese diaspora in Gunsan. So, without further ado, start your leisurely walk through Gunsan’s living history at the old city center.-
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Gunsan-si (Jeonbuk-do)
Total distance: Approx. 820 m
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Gunsan Modern History Museum (군산근대역사박물관)
See Gunsan’s heyday as the center of trade
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Gunsan Modern History Street (군산 근대화 거리)
A street where Gunsan Modern Art Museum and Gunsan Modern Architecture Hall stand next to each other
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Chowon Photo Studio (초원사진관)
An old photo studio that served as the filming location of “Christmas in August”
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Introduction
Actor Lee Do-hyun
Lee Do-hyun’s rise to fame came with the Netflix Original series “The Glory (2022),” where he played the role of Joo Yeo-jeong, a man who watches over protagonist Dong-eun’s revenge. He is an actor with a thousand masks who can cover a wide range of characters through his strong foundation.
“When I was in Gunsan for the filming of the show ‘Youth of May (2021),’ I discovered for the first time just how charming this city is. The filming took me across many modern buildings located in the old city center. I felt as if I was going back in time. If you slowly walk along the street, you can find Chowon Photo Studio, which was featured in the 1998 film ‘Christmas in August.’ When you look at these old houses standing side-by-side in the small neighborhood, you feel as if the time is still.”
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Recommended travel tips
Bakery beloved by locals, Leesungdang
This is the oldest bakery still in operation in Korea. The bakery’s flagship products are the Bun with Red Bean Filling and the Vegetable Bun. Other popular menus include sandwiches and milkshakes, which are made to order.
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