Pusan is the second largest city in South Korea and is the largest and most international port. Pusan is renowned for its commercial activity and delicious
seafood. The city is relatively safe and has a definite cosmopolitan influence from the foreigners who visit by sea and air. If you enjoy living near water and don't like the chaos of really large cities, then Pusan is the place for you. Population 3,500,000 Location The southeast of South Korea Transportation Subways and buses provide transportation in and around the city. The two
main bus terminals are the Express Bus Terminal and the Tongbu Bus Terminal. An international airport is also located in Pusan. Places of Interest The area around Pusan National University has an active nightlife. Places to visit during the day include Pusan Tower, Chagalchi Fish Market, Taejongdae
Park, Pomo-sa Temple, Yongdusan Park, Haeudae Beach Resort, and Tongnae Hot Springs. Ex-pat Hangouts Head to Texas Street to meet up with travelers and ex-pats—the bars on this street have loud music but a tranquil, very Western clientele. Texas Street is
parallel to Chungang-ro, just west of the Pusan train station. Monk, a jazz bar near Pusan National University, is also known for its swingin' music and ex-pat clientele.
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