Hidden Snack Trip in a Crooked Road Mural Village | Travel Course | K-Travel Mate

Gagopa Kkoburang-gil Mural Village was established in December 2013 along the alleys connecting about 30 households in Chusan-dong and Seongho-dong. The walk begins at the intersection of Seonghoseo10-gil and Seonghoseo2-gil, where a mural features the faces of artists connected to Changwon, such as sculptor Moon Shin and poet Cheon Sang-byeong, carved into the likeness of Mount Rushmore's giant stone faces, making it easy to find. The alley and stairs, about 450 meters long, are filled with various paintings. At the end of a short stone staircase painted in rainbow colors is a century-old well used by villagers since 1910. Next to this well overlooking Masan Port is the water-carrying mural, the best photo spot in the village. Other murals include one reminiscent of Mondrian's works, a fish mural symbolizing a gateway to success, and a wall decorated like a café entrance. These pretty paintings scattered throughout the narrow alleys make for a joyful walk. When visiting Gagopa Kkoburang-gil Mural Village, please remember it is a residential area and refrain from actions that invade privacy. (Source: Changwon Tourism)

Changdong Art Village is an urban regeneration project aimed at revitalizing the lost commercial functions of the old Masan downtown area. It offers various attractions with three themes—Munshin Art Alley, Masan Artistic Trace Alley, and École de Changdong Alley—where visitors can feel the memories and nostalgia of Masan, a cultural and artistic center in the 1950s and 1960s. Harmonizing art and artists, Changdong Art Village currently operates about 60 resident facilities and provides on-site experiential education opportunities through hands-on workshops. Additionally, the Art Center and self-operated galleries present various annual planned exhibitions. Each alley is filled with memories, landmarks, and sights, allowing visitors to experience a joyful alley journey full of stories.

A traditional snack bar located near Changwon Goryeodang, established in 1971. The main menu item, traditional sweet red bean porridge, is made with domestically grown red beans that are slowly boiled, embodying the spirit of craftsmanship. In addition, it offers pot udon, pot ramen, kimbap, tteokbokki, fried squid, fish cakes, and other traditional snack bar dishes. It is a beloved snack bar that holds many memories for numerous people to this day.

Koa Bakery, a representative bakery of Changwon, is a long-established private bakery. It is located on Buljonggeoriro and has been famous as a [meeting place] in Changdong from the past. From 2013 to 2024, it has consistently received Blue Ribbon Survey recognition and offers a variety of menus including bread, milkshakes, and shaved ice. Koa Bakery is loved not only by local residents but also by tourists, making it an essential stop on the Changwon 'bread pilgrimage' trip. Alongside classic breads like the signature corn loaf, sweet red bean bread, gombo bread, and cream bread, it also offers modern flavored breads such as healthy cream cheese bread, Italian croquette, and custard cream bread. Various types of cakes are also available, and with seating and tables inside, it serves as a bakery cafe where customers can enjoy bread and drinks on the premises.