Jeolla

Damyang

Damyang is Korea's bamboo capital, centered on Juknokwon, a dense bamboo forest with winding paths and whispering canopy. The surrounding countryside produces tteok galbi (grilled minced beef patties) and bamboo-infused rice dishes that draw food pilgrims from across the country.

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Travel Information

Best Time to Visit

May to June when the bamboo is lush and green, or October for the metasequoia-lined road in full autumn color

From Seoul

Express Bus ~3h 30min

Local Food

Daetongnip (Bamboo Rice), Tteokgalbi

Top things to see in Damyang

1Juknokwon Bamboo Garden
2Metasequoia Road
3Soswaewon Garden
4Damyang Lake
5Gwanbangjerim Forest
6Damyang Bamboo Museum
7Myeongokheon Wonlim
8Sigyeongjeong Pavilion

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Frequently Asked Questions about Damyang

What is Juknokwon bamboo forest?
Juknokwon is a curated bamboo garden with 2.4 km of walking trails through dense bamboo groves. It's less wild than a natural forest but beautifully maintained, with bamboo wind chimes, rest areas, and forest bathing spots. Entry costs about 3,000 KRW.
How do I get to Damyang?
Damyang is 20 minutes north of Gwangju by bus. Take the KTX to Gwangju Songjeong Station, then bus 311 or a local bus from Gwangju Bus Terminal. There's no train station in Damyang itself.
What should I eat in Damyang?
Tteok galbi (minced and pressed beef rib patties) is the signature dish - the original restaurants line the road near Juknokwon. Daetongbap is rice steamed inside a bamboo tube with nuts. Bamboo ice cream is a popular snack in the forest area.

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