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on Busan, South Korea. In this video we'll show you Busan tower and Yongdusan
Park. We will show you in detail how to get there, what to see, and
tips that will help you on your visit to Busan tower. Busan tower and Yongdusan
park are located in the Nampo-Dong neighborhood right above the Nampo
shopping area and Jagliachi market, and across the way from the Lotte mall on
the other side. There are several ways to get to Busan tower and Yongdusan park
we took the Busan Metro subway to Busan tower. We took Busan subway line 1 and
alighted at Nampo station. From Nampo station, we took exit 7 which took
us through an underground shopping area, then we went up an escalator. When we got
off the escalator, we took a left onto Gwangbok-ro Street by the way "ro" means
street in Korean. Most signs are in Korean, English, Japanese, and Chinese
Here's a tip: when you get on to Gwangbok-ro Street stay on the right side of the
street otherwise you might miss the entrance. It's easy to get distracted
with all the shops along Gwangbok-ro Street and the entrance is nestled between two
buildings
we walked about 160 meters to the escalators and stairs which lead to
Yongdusan park. There's a big sign. We opted to take the escalators and not the
stairs as it looked a long way up. On the way down you do need to take the stairs
down. On the way up we noticed access to several miniature parks where people
were exercising and even a temple. At the end of all the escalators you'll arrive at
Yongsan park entrance. For your information you can also take bus 8, 15, or 126
8, 15, or 126 please check with your hotel or the bus
driver for your stop. The easiest and most convenient way of course is to take
a taxi up to the base of Busan tower but you'll miss much of the local flavor. The
Busan Tower and Yongdusaon Park are open all year round
there are various activities at Yongdusan Park. For example every Saturday at 3
p.m. there is a traditional arts performance from March to November. From
the fountains we took the stairs up to the main part of the park. You can also
walk around on the right side on the driveway. At this level of Yongdusan
Park you can see views of Nampa-Dong, and Lotte mall. Yongdusan park is clean and
very well maintained. On the right side of the park you'll find public restrooms
if you need it. One of the first things you'll see at Yongdusan park is the
flower clock which is approximately 5 meters in diameter. On the right next to
the flower clock is the Busan citizens Bell pavilion which is about 12 meters
high and is decorated in traditional Korean colors and style. Aligned directly
behind the flower clock is the statue of Yi Sun-Sin Korea's 16th century naval
hero and the Busan tower. We continued up the pathway
you will see the Busan duty-free store. Go up the stairs to reach Busan tower
For your information, if you go into the duty-free store there is no exit out to
busan tower. You'll see the ticket office for Busan tower right in front of you. On
the right side you'll see a three storyPalgakjeong (Octagonal Pavilion)
Busan tower is open from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. with the last ticket
sold at 10:30 p.m. Ticket prices will vary depending on the ticket options you
purchase. After you purchase your tickets go to the left entrance to enter the
elevator up to the tower. If you need to use the restroom use it on this floor as
the observation deck of the tower does not have facilities. We went through
security at the entrance and then walked through a hallway where we waited for
the elevator. While we waited for the elevator,
there was a video show that was provided on the wall and then once we were in the
elevator another show was shown on the ceiling of the elevator while going up
to the tower. The elevator took us 120 meters up and once we're at the top
observation deck you can see 360 degrees stunning views of the surrounding
neighborhoods, bridges, and bays. On a clear day you can see all the way to
some of the Japanese islands from Busan tower. You can get excellent views of
Gwangali 광안리 Beach, Gwangandaego bridge, cruise ships in the bay, Oryukdo Island
oryukdo Island Island, and the Korean Strait We suggest coming before sundown so that
you can see both day and night views There is a souvenir shop on this floor
too
after completing our time at the top floor of the Busan tower observation
deck, we walk down a set of narrow stairs to the second observation deck
where you catch the elevator to go down
this floor was less crowded and you can get a closer view of Jagliachi market
and the bay. There's also a webcam where you can connect with Namsan tower in
Seoul and they can connect with you. That was a fun feature. From this floor, you
can take the elevator down and then you're led into a labyrinth of art
passageways filled with murals and lights. It was a pretty interesting way
to end my experience at Busan tower. I felt like I was going through an
artistic funhouse. There's plenty of opportunities here to take a lot of
pictures. Once you exit busan tower building, you can go to the left side and
you'll find the heart lock trees and a cityscape structure. Locks are sold
inside and outside the tower building There's also a convenience store for
drinks and snacks with a great view. Next to the convenience store you'll
find a picture opportunity with the I love Busan sculpture. There are lots of
things to do at and around Busan tower and Yongdusan park. It's a must-do when in
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