Going To The ‘Santorini Of Korea’ Could Be Your Next Travel Highlight. For Real.

Busan, a city of tomorrow, rich with yesterday's history.

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Busan, South Korea's second largest city is known for its beaches, mountains, temples, and of course, seafood. The beauty and charm of this dynamic port city will have you yearning for a holiday in no time!

Let the rows of colourful terraced houses of Gamcheon Culture Village along the mountainside take your breath away

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This quaint, vivid and quirky town will have your imaginations running wild

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The Dadaepo Sunset Fountain of Dream will have you seeing colours in the best way possible

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Just when you think you've witnessed all the hues, the Busan Fireworks Festival will blow you away

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Of course, it would be a sin to go to Busan and not have any seafood

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Your trip will not be complete until you've had seafood, seeing as this coastal city is well known for its fresh seafood!

Get some of the freshest and widest offerings of seafood from South Korea in Jagalchi Fish Market

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Just a stone's throw away from the market, drop by BIFF Square – a district favoured by locals and other fellow tourists

Ssiat hotteok, a famous street food in South Korea.

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Let the serenity and peace of the many temples in Busan take you on a journey

The oceanside Haedong Yonggung Temple.

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Beomeosa Temple, Busan.

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Beomeosa Temple, Busan.

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Enjoy a lovely, picturesque drive down Dalmaji-gil Road, stretching from Haeundae Beach to Dalmaji Hill

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Soak in the urban, charming atmosphere of the cafes at Jeonpo Café Street

Make sure you witness the Yeongdodaegyo Bridge coming to life daily at noon!

Busan is also a convenient ferry ride or short flight away from Jeju Island

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When in Jeju, you MUST do it justice by having Galchi Jorim – a braised hairtail fish dish, popular in the island

They can be quite expensive, but seriously every bite is sooooo worth it!

Take in the stunning view when dining at European-inspired Cafe Moraebi, while overlooking Weoljeongri Beach

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Also, be very careful when visiting the incredibly scenic and charming Bomnal Cafe. It might just steal your heart away…

If this place looks familiar, you might have recognised it from K-dramas or Korean variety shows as it's used a few times as a filming location!

With so much to see, eat and do in Busan, this humble port city is bound to charm its way into your heart

Why fight that desire? Embrace it and have the time of your life, discovering all the secrets and adventures Busan has to offer. Book your tickets [NOW](http://bit.ly/airasiabusan), from RM329 onwards available till 27 Sept 2015. Your travel bug will thank you! 😉

If 'Santorini of Korea' doesn't interest you, how about Sentulrini? Or maybe Mississibu? One of these mash-ups is bound to tempt you. 😉