Gwangju (Kwangju) City Travel Information
Gwangju has a long tradition of loyalty and justice and political conscience. Many local residents have
given their lives to the defense of their country, whether from foreign invasion or internal upheaval.
Many of the nation's democratic movements had their roots in the area, including the March 1 Independence
Movement (1919) and the May 18 Democratic Uprising (1980). The region is also famous for its abundance of
agricultural and marine products. The city holds an annual
Kimchi Festival that draws visitors
from all over the country.
Lodging
Gwangju (Kwangju) City has 3 lodging
facilities
listed with Life in Korea.
See all Gwangju (Kwangju) City hotels.
Destinations:
(Also see
South Jeolla Province
for other nearby destinations.)
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