Gukchae-bosang Memorial Park (국채보상기념공원 ) is located just east of downtown Daegu. Amongst well-sculpted gardens and promenades, the Dalgubeol Grand Bell is a popular attraction, particularly on New Year's Eve, when thousands of Koreans surround the ringing bell to celebrate the countdown to midnight. The bell is also rung every Saturday and Sunday at 3pm.
The basketball courts on the west side of the park are popular for both Koreans and foreigners to get involved in basketball games with each other.
History
During the Japanese occupation in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Japan maintained that Korea owed a national debt to Japan, and once that debt was paid, Korea would become a sovereign nation. Daegu became a railing point for what was called the Gukchae-bosang debt repayment movement where Koreans across the country donated anything of value to help repay the debt. The memorial park was built to commemorate the sacrifice that Koreans made in hopes to win their freedom.
Directions
From Jungangno Station, head east until you see the park on your right.
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