Gongsan-dong

Daegu

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 when you take a trip to Donghwasa. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.

Donghwasa
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Kyungpook National University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Kyungpook National University, during your trip to Daegu. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.

Kyungpook National University
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EXCO

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

EXCO
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Seomun Market

During your trip to Daegu, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Seomun Market. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.

Seomun Market
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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 venues 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 coffeehouses while in the area.

Daegu World Cup Stadium

Things to do

Private Full Day Cultural Charms and Scenic Views Tour in Daegu

Private Full Day Cultural Charms and Scenic Views Tour in Daegu

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Private Full Day Cultural Charms and Scenic Views Tour in Daegu
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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 CA $59 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
CA $59
CA $66 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Daegu. Enjoy free WiFi, 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 CA $72 per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
CA $72
CA $80 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Daegu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
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Inter Burgo Exco Hotel

Inter Burgo Exco Hotel

5 out of 5
80, Yutongdanji-ro, Buk-gu Daegu Daegu
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The price is CA $113 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
CA $113
CA $124 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Daegu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Daegu Distribution Complex and Hanmida Course ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Clean room Staff Location

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

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Hotel Susung

Hotel Susung

4 out of 5
106-7, Yonghak-ro Daegu Daegu
The price is CA $136 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
CA $136
CA $151 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Daegu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Suseongmot Lake and Suseong Aqua Suyeongjang ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (405 reviews)
Great view from the room and roof top

Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025

Hotel Susung
Daegu Marriott Hotel

Daegu Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
6 Dongbu-Ro 26-Gil Dong-Gu Daegu
The price is CA $208 per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
CA $208
CA $228 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Daegu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (996 reviews)
Very cleam room with huge space, being a king bed, extra usable sofabed, and 1m diameter round table with 1 chair.

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Daegu Marriott Hotel
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DG HOUSE

2.5 out of 5
Deagu Medi-Square, 2094 Dalgubeol-daero Daegu
The price is CA $54 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
CA $54
CA $59 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
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! (200 reviews)
Very nice loft apartment, very clean , unexpectedly complex trash sorting. Old folks be aware that the loft stairs are steep and narrow and you can't stand upright in the loft.

Reviewed on Nov 6, 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

3.5/5(4 area reviews)

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

When in Bokhyeon-dong, you can plan a visit to Expo Bowling Center and Daegu Distribution Complex, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bokhyeon-dong
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Hyomok

Travelers 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 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
Dongdaegu Station

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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