Gongsan-dong Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Reunification Buddha at Doughwasa Temple Donghwasa Temple is on the southern side of Mt. Palgongsan, South Korea. On its grounds is a 17 meter high statue of a Buddha of Medicine (Yaksayore-bil). Medical Buddhas are often depicted wearing a hat. It was completed in 1992 in hopes of reunification of the Korean Peninsula. Donghwasa Temple is one of the temples involved in the Temple Stay Program. This is a program which allows lay people to stay a night or two and experience Buddhist practices.
Reunification Buddha at Doughwasa Temple Donghwasa Temple is on the southern side of Mt. Palgongsan, South Korea. On its grounds is a 17 meter high statue of a Buddha of Medicine (Yaksayore-bil). Medical Buddhas are often depicted wearing a hat. It was completed in 1992 in hopes of reunification of the Korean Peninsula. Donghwasa Temple is one of the temples involved in the Temple Stay Program. This is a program which allows lay people to stay a night or two and experience Buddhist practices.
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Donghwasa

Find out about the history of Daegu with a stop at Donghwasa. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.

Donghwasa
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Kyungpook National University

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Kyungpook National University during your trip to Daegu. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.

Kyungpook National University
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Seomun Market

During your trip to Daegu, you can do some window-shopping at Seomun Market. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.

Seomun Market
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EXCO

Learn about the events happening in EXCO during your trip to Daegu. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.

EXCO
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Suseongmot Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Suseongmot Lake during your travels in Daegu. Experience the area's entertainment choices and museums.

Suseongmot Lake
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Daegu World Cup Stadium

Catch an event at Daegu World Cup Stadium during your trip to Daegu. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.

Daegu World Cup Stadium

Our pick of the best Gongsan-dong Hotel Deals

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moneystay deagu

2 out of 5
33-8 Palgongsan-ro 185-gil, Dong-gu Daegu
The price is AU$65 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
AU$65
19 Mar - 20 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Daegu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Donghwasa and Gatbawi Seokjoyeoraejwasang are located ...
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Toyoko Inn Daegu Dongseong-ro

Toyoko Inn Daegu Dongseong-ro

3 out of 5
15, Dongseong-ro 1-gil Daegu Daegu
The price is AU$78 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
AU$78
18 Mar - 19 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Daegu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
Large room with clean beddings, but breakfast variety can be improved

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

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Hotel Inter Burgo

Hotel Inter Burgo

4.5 out of 5
212, Palhyeon-gil, Suseong-gu Daegu Daegu
The price is AU$105 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$105
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Daegu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 indoor pools. Popular attractions Leeeunjin Takgoo Gyosil and Ayang arts ...
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Daegu Marriott Hotel

Daegu Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
6 Dongbu-Ro 26-Gil Dong-Gu Daegu
The price is AU$242 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$242
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Daegu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
The room was clean and in good condition but they never cleaned my room. We stayed for 2 nights but no new towels or cleaning at all.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

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DG HOUSE

2.5 out of 5
Deagu Medi-Square, 2094 Dalgubeol-daero Daegu
The price is AU$60 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
AU$60
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Daegu. Enjoy airport pick-up service (surcharge), laundry facilities and premium bedding. Popular attractions Daegu Yangnyeongsi Museum ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (203 reviews)
Clean and very friendly

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

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Giant Hotel

Giant Hotel

3 out of 5
12-13 Dongseong-ro 6-gil, Jung-gu Daegu
The price is AU$89 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$89
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Daegu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Daegu Yangnyeongsi Museum of Oriental Medicine ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (13 reviews)
Great Location
Staff was great. Front desk was fantastic. Very limited for available breakfast. Bread and Ramen only. Location is what made the stay. Right in the middle of good food and shopping. Easy access to public transport and easy to walk to other areas.

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Gongsan-dong

There are about 200 tombs in this area of Daegu. It is a wonderful spot for some great views of the city.

Dong-gu

Get to know Dong-gu and its many features like its restaurants and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Dongchon Park and Donghwasa, and you can jump on the metro at Haean Station or Bangchon Station to get around the city.

Dong-gu
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Bokhyeon-dong

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bokhyeon-dong and surrounding area, you can visit Expo Bowling Center and Daegu Distribution Complex.

Bokhyeon-dong
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Hyomok

Travellers like the entertainment venues in Hyomok, and Dongchon Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Hyomok
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Sinamdong

When in Sinamdong and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Expo Bowling Center or Dongchon Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Keungogae Station or Dongdaegu Metro Station.

Sinamdong
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Sangyeok-dong

If you're spending some time in Sangyeok-dong, Daegu Distribution Complex and Hanmida Course Bowling Valley are top sights worth seeing.

Sangyeok-dong
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Sincheondong

Even though there aren't top sights in Sincheondong, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Dongchon Park. Jump on the metro at Sincheon Station to see more of the city.

Sincheondong

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