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

4/5(9 reviews)

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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Seomun Market

4.5/5(13 reviews)

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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Kyungpook National University

4/5(5 reviews)

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

4.5/5(8 reviews)

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

EXCO
Suseongmot Lake with sunset sky in Daegu, Korea

Suseongmot Lake

4.5/5(5 reviews)

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

3.5/5(4 reviews)

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

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 ₩64,800 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
₩64,800
₩71,280 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
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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Palgong Emillia Hotel

Palgong Emillia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1121, Palgongsan-ro, Dong-gu Daegu
The price is ₩109,091 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
₩109,091
₩120,000 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Daegu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Donghwasa and Gatbawi Seokjoyeoraejwasang ...
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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 ₩77,605 per night from Mar 4 to Mar 5
₩77,605
₩85,366 total
Mar 4 - Mar 5
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Large room with clean beddings, but breakfast variety can be improved

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

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Hotel Susung

Hotel Susung

4 out of 5
106-7, Yonghak-ro Daegu Daegu
The price is ₩172,727 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
₩172,727
₩190,000 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (414 reviews)
Everything was amazing!

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

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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 ₩220,000 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
₩220,000
₩242,000 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
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! (1,000 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

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DG HOUSE

2.5 out of 5
Deagu Medi-Square, 2094 Dalgubeol-daero Daegu
The price is ₩57,272 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
₩57,272
₩62,999 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
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 Feb 16, 2026

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Other neighborhoods 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

4/5(15 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.

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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 Dongchon Park or Daegu Distribution Complex and hop on the metro to see more the city at Keungogae Station or Dongdaegu Metro Station.

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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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