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Overview of Gwangju Region (Gwangju)
Gwangju Region (Gwangju) is located in the Gwangju region of South Korea, with its prefectural capital at Gwangju. Key sights and travel highlights across the prefecture include Historic cultural district, Traditional market (Sijang), Mountain & river parks, Local museum & heritage trail.
How to get to Gwangju Region
Connected via KORAIL KTX / SRT high-speed rail, Express Bus terminals, and T-money nationwide transit card. Use our KORAIL KTX & SRT High-Speed Rail Fare & Route Calculator and Rail Pass Value Helper to compare rail tickets and regional passes.
Signature local food in Gwangju
When visiting cities across Gwangju, look out for these regional specialties at station restaurants, markets, and local izakaya:
- Korean BBQ (Samgyeopsal & Hanwoo)
- Bibimbap
- Kimchi jjigae
- Tteokbokki & street food
- Local makgeolli
Best time to visit Gwangju
Best time to visit Gwangju: Apr–May, Sep–Nov.
All 12 cities & municipalities in Gwangju Region
Click any city below for its individual travel guide, demographics, rail access, food specialties, and nearby stops:
| City (Kanji) | Type / Status | Population | Area | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gwangju 광주 | Administrative City / District | 1,411,357 | Regional km² | City guide → |
| Buk-gu 북구 | Administrative City / District | 424,942 | Regional km² | City guide → |
| Gwangsan-gu 광산구 | Administrative City / District | 392,653 | Regional km² | City guide → |
| Seo-gu 서구 | Administrative City / District | 280,045 | Regional km² | City guide → |
| Nam-gu 남구 | Administrative City / District | 207,363 | Regional km² | City guide → |
| Dong-gu 동구 | Administrative City / District | 106,354 | Regional km² | City guide → |
| Baegun-dong 백운2동 | Administrative City / District | Local Municipality | Regional km² | City guide → |
| Baegun-dong 백운1동 | Administrative City / District | Local Municipality | Regional km² | City guide → |
| Bangnim-dong 방림1동 | Administrative City / District | Local Municipality | Regional km² | City guide → |
| Bangnim-dong 방림2동 | Administrative City / District | Local Municipality | Regional km² | City guide → |
| Bia-dong 비아동 | Administrative City / District | Local Municipality | Regional km² | City guide → |
| Bolyang-dong 본량동 | Administrative City / District | Local Municipality | Regional km² | City guide → |