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WHAT KIND OF CITY BUSAN IS
Busan is Korea’s major southeastern port city, combining beaches, hillside neighborhoods, seafood markets and dense urban districts.
Korea’s major southern port city combines beaches, hillsides, markets and dense urban neighborhoods.

Busan is Korea’s major southeastern port city, combining beaches, hillside neighborhoods, seafood markets and dense urban districts.
A trip can mix coastal areas such as Haeundae or Gwangalli with markets, central neighborhoods and viewpoints, creating a very different rhythm from Seoul.
Busan is spread out, so group nearby sights instead of crossing the city repeatedly. Subway travel is useful, but some coastal or hillside destinations require buses or taxis.