Nostalgic walking tour of Masan, walking along the mural wall village of Gogopa - Changwon, Gyeongnam, South Korea
Masan Gagopa Cobbrang Road Mural Village
Nostalgic walking tour of Masan, walking along the mural wall village of Gogopa
Changwon, Gyeongnam, South Korea
From autumn 2013 to winter, the city of Masan got attention again. It is because of the drama <Response, 1994> that sparked a big topic. The family of Najung, the owner of the boarding house, and the garbage, the main character, were all from Masan. In the drama, Masan was often mentioned, and in the meeting scene that gave a big smile, 'Masan's 3rd Gapbu' sons also appeared. As such, in the background of 1994, Masan City existed proudly. At that time, no one would have thought that Masan City would disappear. Masan was a nationwide city in the 1970s and 1980s and the best city in Gyeongnam. However, in July 2010, it was integrated with Changhae City along with Jinhae City, and now exists as Masan Membership District and Masan Happo District within Changwon City.
The name Masansi has disappeared, but the charm of the space called Masan still remains. The historic town of Masan evokes memories and romance that cannot be felt in a shiny and refined new city. On a warm spring day, let's take a walk from Changdong, the largest bustling street in Masan, past Bulim Market and go to the mural village of Gagopa Koburanggil, which was built in Seongho-dong, Seongho-dong. The rich fragrance that the drama <Response, 1994> delivered gave rises like a haze on a spring day.
Masan Changdong Arts Village
The beginning of the walking tour in Masan was at Changdong Arts Village
Changdong, the center of the old Masan. In <Response, 1994>, there are both Citizen Theater and Koayangdae, which appeared as a symbol of Masan while being the 3rd and 4th Gabbulans in Masan. Is guarded). As such, Changdong was an important place in Masan. However, afterwards, the commercialization of the city led to a decline and the loneliness remained. Fortunately, the Changdong Arts Village project, a downtown regeneration project, began in 2012 and is regaining some vitality.
Changdong Arts Village Alley
From the 1950s to the 80s, Changdong Art Village is a street of culture and art that decorated Changdong, the center of commerce and culture and art, with three themes: Masan Art Trail Alley, Tattoo Art Alley, and Ecole Changdong Alley. Alongside the alleys, there are plenty of cute murals and installation art, and shops and workshops with perfect personality provide time for memories and romance. Don't miss the fun of eating, as the traditional deep-seated restaurants such as Changdong Bokhee House and Changdong Dessert, which were popular during the prosperous season, and Goryeodang and Koayangdae, both mountains of Masan Bakery, are all in this area.
Changdong Arts Village Alley
After the trip to the alley of Changdong Art Village, which continues like a maze, let's move on to Bulim Market, one of Masan's largest commercial districts along with Changdong in the 1980s. Also known as Gyeongnam's representative apparel wholesale market and Tteokbokki alley, Burim Market has also declined since the 1990s. As the number of empty shops increased, a creative crafts village was launched in late 2013 as part of the project to save the original downtown. Various themed workshops such as Korean paper, cloisonne, and ceramics move in to provide attractions and experiences.
Changdong Arts Village Alley
A new and emerging attraction, the mural village in Gogopa Komburgil
Not far from Chang-dong and Burim market, when I heard the story of the new mural village 'Gagopa Cobbrang-gil', I asked the locals, and the person I don't know is a placenta.
Mural village newly established in Sandongne, Seongho-dong
As it is the latest attraction completed in December 2013, it is still unfamiliar to Masan people.
Mural village newly established in Sandongne, Seongho-dong
From Changdong Street, walk past the Burim Market and walk toward the Seonghodong Community Center.
Works of world-class pop artists
Next to it, there is a pretty mural village in Shandongne.
Murals that harmonize with the residents' living base
The total size is 452m in 30 households, so it is not very large. However, the view point of Masan Port is excellent and the sights are full.
Murals that harmonize with the residents' living base
I will also be the first to encounter murals containing local attractions such as Yeonyukgyo Bridge, Tattoo Art Museum, Fish Market, Muhaksan Mountain, Machang Bridge, etc., along with the scenery of the cherry blossom blooming of the old Jinhae in Changwon City.
Murals that harmonize with the residents' living base
The clothesline hanging outside, the flower pots on the street, and the old man-jeong in the neighborhood are harmonized with murals, making it even more friendly.
Murals that harmonize with the residents' living base
Along with the creative murals that melted into the local landscape, works by world-class pop artists such as Andy Warhol's Golden Marilyn Monroe and Roy Lichtenstein's Happy Tears are also fresh.
Wells over 100 years old used by villagers
The mural that wrote <Flower> by poet Kim Chun-soo, who was once active in Masan, and the 100-year-old well created before 1910, used by local residents, also add to the highlights.
Masan city and the sea are visible
No matter where you start on either side of the alley, you can look around and come out.
There are many interesting things to see everywhere.
As you step up, you can enjoy the scenery of the mountain village and murals, and take a step down to enjoy the atmosphere of Masan offshore, city, and murals.
There are many interesting things to see everywhere.
Tattoo Museum overlooking Masan
Mural village is not the end. After walking a little past Shinchusan Apartment, you will see the Tattoo Museum and Masan City Museum. The tattoo museum, where the exterior of the building and the surrounding natural environment catches the eye, is a space where you can experience the world of artwork by the artist and sculptor.
A view of the Tattoo Art Museum right next to Mural Village
He was active in Paris, France, and returned to 1980 to settle in Masan, where he spent his childhood.
A view of the Tattoo Art Museum right next to Mural Village
In 1994, I opened the Tattoo Museum, which I dreamed of, with the intention of building my own art museum. He passed away in 1995 the following year.
A view of the Tattoo Art Museum right next to Mural Village
The museum consists of the 1st Exhibition Hall, the 2nd Exhibition Hall, and the Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition Hall. In 2010, the Tattoo Circular Art Museum was additionally built.
Tattoo artist and sculptor who founded the Tattoo Museum
You can see various works such as sculptures, gypsum circles, oil paintings, etc., inside and outside the museum. In particular, don't miss the view from the terrace of the art museum terrace. Masan Bridge, Machang Bridge, and Chekseom Island unfold at a glance.
Art shop terrace with great views
Travel information
Gagopa Cobbrang Road Mural Village
Address: 15-8 Seonghoseo 7-gil, Masanhappo-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongnam
Inquiries: 055-220-5704 (Seongho-dong Community Service Center)
Changdong Arts Village
Address: 24, Odongseo 6-gil, Masanhappo-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongnam
Contact: 055-222-2155
※ The above information was updated in September 2015, and may be changed later, so please check before you travel.
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