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It was basically our last day to travel around Busan. The next day was just to travel from the hotel to airport for departure. We started our journey to Taejongdae Park. We walked from the hotel to the bus station near Lotte departmental store in Nampodong to take bus no. 30 to Taejongdae Terminus.

Yeah!!! We have arrived

Upon arriving the park entrance, we went for a toilet break and hiked up to its Danubi Tramcar ticket counter. There is no entrance fee to enter the park if you choose to walk. Being a tourist, taking the tramcar to travel around the park is definitely a wiser option. Just hop on and hop off the tramcar when you reach its stops. The fee for this tramcar ride was 1,500 won per pax. Among the attractive spots we went to were the Natural Observation Path, Taejongsa Temple, the Lighthouse, Observation deck and the Gumyeongsa Temple.

The tramcar ticket counter

Danubi tramcar… Chooo! Chooo!!!

Let’s go!

Similar to Jeju island, these ladies fresh life seafood right in front of their customers’ eyes

We got hungry easily in such a cold weather. Eating everywhere… 😛

Choi Jiwoo exhibition at the observatory deck

Another round of snacking…

The lighthouse

A horizontal view of the lighthouse…

After a long trip at the Taejongdae Park, we went for a lunch and took a bus back to Nampodong. Our next station was Gwangalli Beach. We took the subway to Gwangan station and came out from Exit 3 or 5. Keep walking towards the beach direction. Road signs are available everywhere.

Our lunch – side dishes were more than the main dish. Only 8,000 won for this meal. Hahaha!

The Gwangan Bridge welcomed us at its horizon. It was such a scenic view! And there were so many coffee shops along the whole stretch of road. Us being coffee addicts jumped in to one of the cafe to enjoy a cuppa. We chose Angel in Us. Not bad! We loved the environment and ambience.

The Gwangan Bridge

Gwangan Beach

Relaxing ourselves at Angel in Us

Night view

Spiderman, Spiderman…

A meal which we witness the raw ingredients cook in front of our eyes!

For dinner, we went to meet up with Jo. He brought us for another special meal. Thank you again, Jo! 🙂

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Busan Trip – Day 1

Busan Trip – Day 2

Busan Trip – Day 3

We went to Gamcheon Culture Village on Day 3. Took the subway to Toseong station and come out at Exit 6. Walk to a junction and turn right. Walk until we reached a bus stop in front of a hospital (more like a cancer centre). Took a bus no. 2-2. Alighted when we reach the entrance of the village. The entrance is located right in front of a primary school. In fact, there were many people alighted here. That’s why we didn’t miss it.

The tourist information centre

Outstanding artwork found around the village

Colourful steps

Too many spots for photo snapping.

Never forget to lift even when you travel! 🙂

Cute fox and a boy

This place is all about colours!

We looked for a tourist information centre with the help of an English-speaking volunteer tourist guide and bought a map (2,000 won) there. This map shows the whole structure of the village. With this map, you can actually collect stamps at certain spots around the village and there are two locations which you can exchange for postcards. Without this map, the fun might not be as great. Tips : Wear sports shoes because travelling around this village requires a lot of walking and hiking. To return to Toseong subway station, just walk across the road at the entrance just now and wait for the bus (no. 2 or 2-2).

Get this map from the tourist information centre (2,000 won each)

Chop! Chop! Chop! Collect stamps around the village

Mission accomplished! Tadaaa~~~

3-D art

There was a room where visitors can doodle on its wall

Mein’s masterpiece

As we did not want to tire ourselves too much, we took the subway back to Nampodong area and went to the Busan Tower in Yongdusan Park. Entrance ticket to the observatory deck was 4,000 won per pax. We went up to the deck and viewed Busan at 360 degree. Here, an employee spoke with us and pointed out some attractions around.

Busan Tower

A view from the observatory deck. Our hotel is the building at the lower left corner

Colourful locks with love wishes

One of them which caught my attention was Gukje Market. So wait no more! We headed towards the direction and reached Gukje Market. It was located plus minus 10 minutes walk from the tower. Too many things to see in this market. And many street food around.

Street food and snacks

Such a cute puppy… Does it understand Chinese? Hmmm…

Enjoying ice cream in the cold. Too good to be true!

Walking and sightseeing around Gukje Market leaded us back to the Christmas Tree Festival street. We had a very special dinner there. A restaurant where you BBQ your own squids. I loved it sooo much! Must try for those who love new experience.

A recommended restaurant for dinner

If you don’t read Korean, recognise this big picture on its door

Self service! 🙂

This meal cost about 22,000 won for two pax. Comes with the squids, some side dishes (refillable) and rice

Also, we went to Lotte supermarket nearby. Bought some souvenirs and to our surprise, they actually give discount of 500 won for bringing our own non-woven bag. Great initiative to encourage people bring their own bags and save mother Earth.

This is how they sell durian and mangosteen in Korean

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Busan Trip (Day 1)

Busan Trip (Day 2)

Busan Trip (Day 4) – Final

In the morning of Day 2, our destination was Hae Dong Yong Gung Temple. Just take a subway to Haeundae station and take a bus (no. 181) to the temple.

Upon arrival, you will see this big rock sign

Cute little pines along the way…

After alighting the bus, walk up a hill before you reach the temple. We saw a beautiful cafe along the way. It was like those little coffee house we see on Korean dramas. It was still early for business. Mein and I agreed to return for a cup after visiting the temple.

You will see this cafe on the left before arriving the entrance of the temple

More pines… 😛

Upon arriving the temple entrance, there were so many stalls selling souvenirs and local delicacies on both sides of the road. We were among the early birds. Therefore, not many stalls were open at that moment.

Greeted by souvenir stalls

… and local delicacies. Try this. Something like hot crunchy fried mochi with red bean paste

The temple at the background

Hands as seats… hmmm… in a temple…

Walking around the temple area needs a little of stamina as there were a lot of stairs and steps going up and down. But I must admit that I admire the scenery and view from the highest peak.

The beautiful scenery from the highest peak

When we were about to leave the temple, we stopped by the cafe just now for a rest and our daily dose of caffeine. Mein loves the place very much.

At the entrance of the cafe

So many bunny plush toys in the cafe

Mein loves them to bits

Next stop was Haeundae beach. Just walk back down the hill to the place we alighted the bus just now. Take bus no. 181 back to Haeundae subway station. From this station, stroll along the road to the beach. You can see many direction boards to the beach around that area. So no worries.

Something worth sharing was a piece of crunchy cookie ball coated with chocolate called Schneeballen. Go down to the subway station and you can find this stall opposite the washroom. This snack comes with various flavours. Try one. Being a chocolate lover, I bought the chocolate one, of course!

Schneeballen of various flavours

Mine, crushed with a hammer. Ask the vendor to crush it for you.

Munch, munch!

Dropped by the Haeundae market for a moment. We saw something very special – charcoal smoked eggs. Exciting look, with not-so-exciting taste. Hahaha. Tasted like normal eggs loh.

Welcome to Haeundae Market !

Charcoal smoked eggs for sale

Read this for more explanation

The egg white is brown

Fruit stall with super large fruits

Look at those strawberries!

Variety of kimchi and other preserved seafood & veggies

Upon reaching the Haeundae beach, we visited the Busan Aquarium. It was school holidays. Many school kids that time. However, we managed to catch some of its performances and feeding demo. And it was my first encounter with penguins. I love penguins so much. And not forgetting sea turtles.

A shark welcomed us at the aquarium

Cute jellyfish – but poisonous

Mr Shark

Huge stingray

After snapping some beautiful photos at the beach, we head to Shinsegae Centum City, the largest shopping mall in Asia, certified by Guinness World Book of Records, via subway. We also managed to dropby the Busan Cinema Center where the Busan International Film Festival is held yearly.

I want to thank the crew, director, producer, my family and most of all, my wife!

The Best Actress award goes to…

Before calling it a day, we went to Spaland located in Centum City!!! My favourite spot among all. Tips : enter after 8pm as the price is very much cheaper. Just 7,000 won per pax (weekdays) / 9,000 won (weekends)! If normal hours, 12,000 won (weekdays) / 14,000 (weekends). What’s so special about Spaland?! Well, go and try it. It will amuse you in many ways.

Rendam kaki… aaahhh… leganya…

Our locker keys

Camwhoring in one of the therapy rooms. This is a SEV light therapy room. The light changes colours every few minutes.

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Busan Trip (Day 1)

Busan Trip (Day 3)

Busan Trip (Day 4) – Final