🏙️South Korea
Gwangju
Gwangju offers cultural richness and affordability - guide to Korea's cultural arts city.
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Population
1.5 million
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Highlight
Cultural arts center with democratic heritage
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Country
South Korea
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Air Quality
Moderate
Cultural and democratic hub with arts scene, affordable living, and historical significance
Quick stats
Cost Index
48/100
Rent (1BR center)
₩350,000–1,000,000/month
Median Salary
₩20,000,000–42,000,000 gross
Internet
100–300 Mbps
Safety
Very safe
Transport
Buses, KTX connections
Areas & industries
Popular Neighborhoods
Dong-guSeo-guNam-guBuk-guGwangsan
Key Sectors
Arts & CultureEducationCreative IndustriesManufacturingAgriculture
✓ Advantages
- •Vibrant arts and cultural scene
- •Very affordable cost of living
- •Rich democratic movement history
- •Growing creative industries
- •University town atmosphere
- •Strong community spirit
! Considerations
- •Limited international business presence
- •Fewer job opportunities
- •Small expat community
- •Less modern infrastructure
Gwangju FAQs
Good for artists and creatives?
Excellent - strong arts scene, affordable studios, cultural support, but limited commercial opportunities.
Historical significance?
Very important - May 18 Democratic Movement site, strong civic culture, museums, but tourist-focused rather than business.
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