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Province of South Korea
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South Gyeongsang (Korean: 경상 남도 Gyeongsangnam-do, 慶尙南道) is a province of South Korea. The abbreviated name Gyeongnam (경남), formerly Kyungnam, is also used.
By plane
By boat
There are fast and slow ferries from Japan to the port of Busan.
By train
Train travel between towns is possible although this will often be a slower option than the bus. There are some high speed KTX train connections between the larger towns.
By car
Car rental is possible, although be careful of the heavy traffic in Busan and the erratic driving style associated with this area.
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South Korea's second largest city and a major port with famous fish markets and festivals
The capital city of Gyeongsangnam-do
The second largest island in Korea. Known for its gorgeous coast line.
Growing city just west of Busan and home to Busan's international airport.
A well-preserved town known for its ruined fortress.
Country town known for the Miryang "Arirang" and Yeongnamnu Pavilion. On the KTX line to Busan.
Port city with an airport.
A beautiful port city near Geoje with many surrounding islands and good food.
A purpose built corporate city on the coast east of Busan.
City to the north of Busan
Seat of the Ara Gaya. Famous for its watermelons.
Large island in northwest Gyeongsangnam-do. Popular destination for fishing and natural beauty.
The famous temple Haeinsa and Gayasan National Park are located in Hapcheon.
Hosted the Dinosaur Expo 2009. There are a number of fossil sites throughout the county.
County between Haman and Jinju.
Beautiful rural county known for its wild tea culture. Part of Jirisan National Park is also in Hadong.
home to Haeinsa Temple, one of Korea's Three Jewel Temples and a World Heritage Site
Jirisan National Park (지리산국립공원) is in South Gyeongsang, South Korea.
a remote island and tourist spot far to the south of Geoje
Yokjido (Korean: 욕지도) is an island in Yokji-myeon, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, and as the name suggests, it is the center of Yokji-myeon, the largest island, and the 36th largest island in Korea. The island has 1,991 residents.
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