Gwangju Art Street

광주 예술의 거리

Continuing the tradition of Gwangju, a city of art, Gwangju Art Street is a place that formed naturally as galleries and framing shops gathered from the mid-1970s.

Audio guide4 stories · about 6 min
Address78, Gung-dong, Dong-gu, Jeonnam Gwangju Tonghap Teukbyeolsi
Photo: 한국관광공사 포토코리아-김지호 · 공공누리 제1유형

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Continuing the tradition of Gwangju, a city of art, Gwangju Art Street is a place that formed naturally as galleries and framing shops gathered from the mid-1970s. Since its official designation in 1987, it has established itself as an attraction where you can encounter the essence of Namdo art, such as calligraphy and paintings, ceramics, and crafts. Browsing the galleries, antique shops, and traditional teahouses densely packed throughout the street, you can appreciate and purchase the works of local artists.

In particular, it operates as a 'car-free street' every Saturday, adding a vibrant atmosphere with an antique flea market and various cultural events. You can enjoy an even richer cultural experience in connection with the nearby Asia Culture Center and Daein Market.

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4 stories · about 6 min

  • IntroThe Painters of the Silbijip Osenjip Tavern47 sec
  • StoryThe Cross-Shaped Art Street Cultivated by Framing Shopsabout 2 min
  • StoryThe Gallery Alley Sparked by Gifts of Traditional Paintingsabout 2 min
  • StoryThe Toyoil Gaemijangteo Market and the Street of Art Shopsabout 2 min
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