Chungjang-ro Street (충장로)
GwangjuCulture/Art/HistoryExperience ProgramsCultural Districts
Korea Trip
Named after the posthumous title of General Kim Deok-ryeong, Chungjang-ro Street was the site of the 1980 Gwangju Democratization Movement. Today, it is Gwangju’s major fashion district, comparable with Myeongdong Street of Seoul. The streets of Chungjang-ro are lined with shopping malls, clothing stores, restaurants, cafes, movie theaters and various other attractions, providing the ultimate experience of modern culture in Gwangju. It is the city's hub of fashion, both trendy and traditional, as well as venue for diverse performances.
infocenter: | • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-62-1330 |
parking: | Varies by store |
restdate: | Varies by store |
usetime: | Varies by store, call ahead before visiting |
Culture Complex Station (Gwangju Subway Line 1), Exit 3.