About Daegu
A city full of youthful energy and vitality.
The Location Of Daegu
Daegu Metropolitan City is located in the interior of the southeastern part of Korea.
It is also one of the hottest cities in Korea due to its basin surrounded by high mountains.
Daegu International Airport makes travelling to Daegu easy!
It takes an hour by plane from Seoul and an hour and 10 minutes by bus from Busan.
Daegu's population was 2,436,488 as of 2020, making it the fourth-largest city in the country after Seoul, Busan and Incheon.
As such, Daegu, a large city with a population of about 2.5 million and the central city of the Yeongnam region, is a historic area that inherits the culture of Old Shilla.
Interesting Things About Daegu
1. Daegu Satoori (Dialect) 대구 사투리
Daegu is one of the regions in the country with strong dialects.
If you hear people talking in Daegu, you might think that they're fighting when, in fact, they're pleasantly chatting. Don't be alarmed!
2. Chimaek Festival 치맥 페스티벌
Daegu is known for its fried chicken, so naturally, it hosts chimaek festivals every year. 'Chi' is short for 'chicken' and 'maek' short for maekju, meaning beer.
From amazing K-pop performances to flea markets, the festival offers lots to do!
3. Dae-frica? 대프리카?
As mentioned above, Daegu is surrounded by mountains, which drives up its temperature compared to other regions.
Dae-frica, Daegu + Africa, is a word used to describe how hot the place gets!
4. The City Of Beauties 미인의 도시
Daegu is home to many beautiful celebrities and many say the city is actually filled with many beautiful women.
When Koreans hear 'The City Of Beauties', they automatically think of Daegu.
Celebrities From Daegu
2. Son Yejin
3. Song Hyekyo
4. RED VELVET Irene
5. SHINEE KEY
6. SEVENTEEN S Coups
Major Attractions Of Daegu
1. Dongseong-ro 동성로
2. Suseongmot Lake 수성못
1. Makchang (Beef Tripe) 막창
2. Jjim-galbi (Steamed Ribs) 찜갈비
3. Moontigi (Raw Beef) 뭉티기
