Buk-gu is one of 27 cities, counties and districts in Gwangju · Jeollanam-do. It has 27 neighborhoods (27 dong) and 416,528 registered residents (September 2026). The most populous neighborhood is Yongbong-dong with 35,542.
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Landmark stamp: Mudeungsan Mountain
Famous for its striking columnar joint formations, this scenic mountain offers hikers lush seasonal foliage and sweeping panoramic views over Gwangju.
What to see
Colossal columnar joints such as Seoseokdae and Ipseokdae form dramatic rock screens resembling natural folding panels along the ridge.
Food nearby
Restaurants near Wonhyosa valley serve spicy braised chicken and seasoned acorn jelly to refresh hikers after an invigorating mountain ascent.
Visitor tip
In autumn, silver grass blankets the Jangbuljae plateau, providing breathtaking scenic vistas for hikers following the gentle mountain trails.
Food, festivals and stories of Buk-gu
Local food
Buk-gu is famous for its rich duck soup boiled with fresh water dropwort and savory perilla seeds.
Did you know?
Gwangju-Kia Champions Field, the vibrant home stadium of the professional baseball team KIA Tigers, is located here.
Festivals
Buk-gu hosts the internationally acclaimed contemporary art festival, Gwangju Biennale, around the scenic Jungoe Park area.
Neighborhoods of Buk-gu (27)
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Jungheung 1-dong중흥1동dong · 4,000 residents
Name: The neighborhood name originated from the Hanja word Jungheung, carrying the wish for great community prosperity and revival.
Fun fact: Behind Gwangju Station, old printing alleys and friendly neighborhood shops connect peacefully along the historic streets.
Name: The name was created by taking one character each from the historical villages of Yongju-ri and Bonggok.
Photo spot: Yongji Pond and the towering metasequoia pathway across Chonnam National University campus offer picturesque settings for walking and photography.
Photo spot: Benches along the towering metasequoia pathway provide peaceful spots to capture warm sunlight filtering through vibrant green leaves.
Fun fact: This well-planned residential district harmoniously blends spacious apartment complexes with neighborhood parks and accessible local schools.
Name: The name Duam originated from the historic local landscape where two prominent, massive boulders stood facing one another.
Photo spot: Hillside alleyways leading toward the foothills of Mudeungsan Mountain offer gentle vantage points overlooking the quiet neighborhood below.
Name: The administrative dong name was chosen after national liberation, symbolizing hopeful aspirations to build a thriving new country.
Fun fact: This dynamic area brings together the Bonchon General Industrial Complex alongside peaceful agricultural farmland stretching beside the Yeongsan River.
Photo spot: Biking near Yongdugyo Bridge along the Yeongsan River path allows travelers to photograph breezy reeds and wide open waters.
Name: The name Sinyong was formed by blending letters from historic Saeteo village and the dragon-head village of Yongdu.
Photo spot: Cycling along riverside paths at Daesang Park in Cheomdan 2 District allows visitors to photograph picturesque sunsets over the Yeongsan River.
Local notes were drafted with the help of AI from public information. Population: Ministry of the Interior and Safety resident registration, September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.