Daegu is an inland metropolis of southeastern Korea (North latitude: 35.52°, east longitude: 128.36°). It has some of the highest temperatures in Korea due to being a basin that is surrounded by mountains, including the Palgongsan and Biseulsan. During the Joseon dynasty, it housed the administrative seat of the southeastern provinces. In the modern age, Daegu became a hub of the textile industry. On July 1, 1981, it was elevated to direct management by the central government after absorbing three districts of Dalseong-gun (Wolbae-eup, Seongseo-eup, Gongsan-myeon), one district of Chilgok-gun (Chilgok-eup), and two districts of Gyeongsan-gun (Ansim-eup, Gosan-myeon). On March 1, 1995, it absorbed Dalseong-gun. On July 1, 2023, it absorbed Gunwi-gun. Daegu is comprised of seven districts (gu) and two counties (gun).
Climate
Daegu has minimal rainfall. Its highest recorded temperature is 40˚C, while the lowest is -20.2˚C. Daegu has a relatively high average summertime temperature. A 1942 record of 40 degrees Celsius is the second highest temperature on record in Korea. Due to such extremes in temperature, Daegu, unlike the rest of southern Korea, has its own climate classification (“Special Daegu Climate”).
Spring (March~May): Spring in Daegu is usually mild and dry. Cherry blossoms in full bloom are one of the city’s best attractions.
Summer (June~August): The hottest time of year. Humid and hot, with average highest daytime temperature exceeding 30 degrees Celsius.
Fall (September~November): Fall in Daegu is characterized by a welcome drop in humidity and clear skies. The changing colors of the leaves are especially beautiful.
Winter (December~February): Lowest average daytime temperatures sometimes drop to sub-zero. Snows occasionally.
The native local foods that you can taste only when coming to Daegu. We recommend a trip to Daegu's unique restaurants that will delight your mouth and stomach, while you have fun of finding tourist attractions and gourmet restaurants in places of Daegu City!
If you plan for a travel list for finding happiness, you had better put the trip to Buddhist temples on the top list. Especially if you have been staying on your toes while pushing yourself, it is high time for you to get your breath back and take a rest. Donghwasa Temple, teeming with happiness, is the best place for healing travel.
Healing Course 2
Time Travel of Plodding Your Way to Palgongsan Mountain
Travel through time at the Ancient Tombs at Bullo-dong, housing one and a half millennia of life, and the 400-year-old Otgol Village. The hospitality at Pyeonggwang-dong Apple Village, continuing the tradition of Daegu apple, and the ageless Bullo-dong traditional market adds a nice touch. Nature beholds in awe the rich history of Palgongsan Mountain.
Healing Course 3
The Happiness of Slowness Enjoyed While Walking on Two Feet and Making with Two Hands
There are some days when you want to put down your breathless routine for a while. On such a day, try to do some trivial matters such as walking slowly while smelling the pine tree scent and making a nameplate awkwardly with your own hands, then the stress will fall away completely. While listening to the clear sound of brassware at the Daegu Bangjja Brassware Museum and walking along the way toward Gatbawi Rock with small wishes, you will be filled with the happiness provided by the slowness.
Healing Course 4
Jipijigi (Know your enemy and yourself) Journey to Learn and Listen
A trip to learn and listen to nature is a shortcut to Jipijigi. You can get colored with the nature at the Museum of Natural Dye Arts, bathe with the sound of water at Sutaegol Village, and learn how to protect yourself at the Daegu Safety Theme Park. Finally, if you look down the mountains and streams of Palgongsan Mountain, you will feel both your body are reassured.
