Gongsan-dong Travel Guide

Daegu

Reunification Buddha at Doughwasa Temple

Donghwasa Temple is on the southern side of Mt. Palgongsan, South Korea. 

On its grounds is a 17 meter high statue of a Buddha of Medicine (Yaksayore-bil).  Medical Buddhas are often depicted wearing a hat. It was completed in 1992 in hopes of reunification of the Korean Peninsula.

Donghwasa Temple is one of the temples involved in the Temple Stay Program. This is a program which allows lay people to stay a night or two and experience Buddhist practices.
Reunification Buddha at Doughwasa Temple

Donghwasa Temple is on the southern side of Mt. Palgongsan, South Korea. 

On its grounds is a 17 meter high statue of a Buddha of Medicine (Yaksayore-bil).  Medical Buddhas are often depicted wearing a hat. It was completed in 1992 in hopes of reunification of the Korean Peninsula.

Donghwasa Temple is one of the temples involved in the Temple Stay Program. This is a program which allows lay people to stay a night or two and experience Buddhist practices.
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Top hotels in Gongsan-dong

moneystay deagu

moneystay deagu

2 out of 5
33-8 Palgongsan-ro 185-gil, Dong-gu Daegu
The price is 724.383 ₫ per night from 15 Jan to 16 Jan
724.383 ₫
796.821 ₫ total
15 Jan - 16 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Daegu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Donghwasa and Gatbawi Seokjoyeoraejwasang are located ...
moneystay deagu
Palgong Emillia Hotel

Palgong Emillia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1121, Palgongsan-ro, Dong-gu Daegu
The price is 1.951.202 ₫ per night from 15 Jan to 16 Jan
1.951.202 ₫
2.146.322 ₫ total
15 Jan - 16 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Daegu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Donghwasa and Gatbawi Seokjoyeoraejwasang ...
7.2/10 Good! (58 reviews)
I book and paid in full this property in March for my October stay. Immediately, after check-in into allocated room, Toilet light cannot turn on and air-cond not functioning. Wonder if room was checked prior! There is no elevator, this was fine as bellboy service would be available. We were inform ...

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2019

Palgong Emillia Hotel
Inter Burgo Exco Hotel

Inter Burgo Exco Hotel

5 out of 5
80, Yutongdanji-ro, Buk-gu Daegu Daegu
The price is 1.986.973 ₫ per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
1.986.973 ₫
2.185.670 ₫ total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Daegu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Daegu Distribution Complex and Hanmida Course Bowling ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,013 reviews)
Clean room Staff Location

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

Inter Burgo Exco Hotel
Toyoko Inn Daegu Dongseong-ro

Toyoko Inn Daegu Dongseong-ro

3 out of 5
15, Dongseong-ro 1-gil Daegu Daegu
The price is 1.421.491 ₫ per night from 15 Jan to 16 Jan
1.421.491 ₫
1.563.640 ₫ total
15 Jan - 16 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Daegu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Clean but tiny room in the heart of Daegu. Having to pay for parking is ridiculous. Didn't spend too much time in the room, but did notice that there was a dearth of electrical outlets.

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Toyoko Inn Daegu Dongseong-ro
Daegu Marriott Hotel

Daegu Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
6 Dongbu-Ro 26-Gil Dong-Gu Daegu
The price is 3.934.922 ₫ per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
3.934.922 ₫
4.328.414 ₫ total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Daegu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (974 reviews)
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Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Daegu Marriott Hotel
Hotel Encore

Hotel Encore

3 out of 5
7, Innovalley-ro Daegu
The price is 1.201.940 ₫ per night from 15 Jan to 16 Jan
1.201.940 ₫
1.322.134 ₫ total
15 Jan - 16 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Daegu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions I Win Bowlingjang and Palgong Bowling Jang ...
9/10 Wonderful! (460 reviews)
Very clean hotel

Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025

Hotel Encore
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Other neighbourhoods around Gongsan-dong

There are about 200 tombs in this area of Daegu.  It is a wonderful spot for some great views of the city.

Dong-gu

4/5(1 area review)

Get to know Dong-gu and its many features like its restaurants and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Dongchon Park and Donghwasa, and you can jump on the metro at Haean Station or Bangchon Station to get around the city.

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Yulam

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Yulam and surrounding area, you can visit Dongchon Park and Daegu World Cup Stadium.

Yulam
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Sinamdong

When in Sinamdong and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Expo Bowling Center or Dongchon Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Keungogae Station or Dongdaegu Metro Station.

Sinamdong
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Manchon-dong

When in Manchon-dong and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Daegu National Museum or Dongchon Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Manchon Station or Damti Station.

Manchon-dong
Dongdaegu Station

Sincheondong

Even though there aren't top sights in Sincheondong, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Dongchon Park. Jump on the metro at Sincheon Station to see more of the city.

Sincheondong
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Buk-gu

Buk-gu is well liked for its bars and entertainment venues. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Daegu Distribution Complex and Daegu Opera House are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Chilgok-Unam Station or Dongcheon Station to get around.

Buk-gu


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