Found in the south east of Korea, Busan is deservedly most famous for its seaside views, as dominated by the pair of famous beaches known as Haeundae, which you should see by day, and Gwangalli, which comes to life at night with its brilliant view of the luminescent Gwangan Bridge, and the most uproarious nightlife to be found in the city. As such, Busan should be first choice for anyone considering an excursion to Korea, and to help your decision are a few more attractions beloved by locals, deserving to be known as any of the big guns. All of them show there’s more to Busan than sun and sea, and explain the city’s triumph over boring old Seoul for any traveller sick of venturing into yet another concrete capital.

Samgwangsa Temple

Samgwangsa is famous for being lit up by night for Buddha’s Birthday in spring, but is worth a visit any time of year. Outside of Danyang county or Jeju Island, it’s hard to find multi-level temples in Korea, so rare are they on the mainland. Admire the beautiful reds of this taller sort of temple in the summertime.