Busan, also referred to as Pusan, is Korea's second largest city.

Most of the ruins and remains in the Busan area to date are from the period after the beginning of the Neolithic Age. There are many more old tombs of the Busan region dating from the Iron Age compared to other regions. Since the place for refining iron was discovered in Dongnae shell-mounds, excavations have shown that Busan was the central production area for Iron. From the beginning of the 15th century onwards, the Korean government designated Busan as a trading port with the Japanese and allowed their settlement.

Busan is located at the southeastern most tip of the Korean peninsula, it weather encounters seasonal winds and hot sun shine. The summer, from late June to the end of August, is hot and humid with frequent heavy rainfalls associated with the East-Asian Monsoon, locally referred to as "Changma". On the average, Changma continues for 30 days when frequent heavy rains and flash floods can lead to some natural disasters. Winter, from December to March, is dry and can be very cold, but winters here are milder than in the north.

Busan is the world's largest container handling port with the potentials of more growth. Main industries are: transportation and shipping are among the most high profile aspects of the local economy.

The local public transportation system provides prompt and efficient subway, bus and taxi services. The There are three lines (1, 2 and 3) and they are easily traveled given their distinct colors. There are many subway stations along each line and a subway map is included below. The subway fares vary depending upon the length of travel and whether travel is restricted to one line only. There are three types of buses: local buses, cross-country buses, and airport buses. Local buses are three types of buses: city bus, city express bus and late night bus. A bus fare can be paid in cash (coins), by bus card, or transportation card (used to pay both bus and subway fares) upon boarding the bus. Busan has two types of taxis: General taxi (available anywhere including at taxi stands to go anywhere) and Deluxe taxi (equipped with special features such as phones).

Primary education and middle school education is compulsory for all students in Busan. In curriculum and administration, at the primary and secondary levels, there is little difference between public and private educational institutions other than their founders. The public educational system has experienced a shortage of financial resources due to an increasing number of students. Limited government budgets have led to an increase in private schools and an increased reliance on private lessons or tutoring. Students who have had nine years of education in schools located overseas or at a foreign school in Korea may enter high school. Korean high schools can be particularly rigorous, and are sometimes called "university entrance hell" because students must prepare from early in the morning to late at night to receive supplementary or individual lessons following each day's regular classes, this if they want to enter prestigious universities.

Beomeo Temple is a Buddhist temple in Busan. Built on the slopes of Geumjeongsan, it is one of the country's leading urban temples. It was constructed in 678 during the reign of Silla king Munmu, by the monk Uisang. It became known as one of the ten great temples of the Hwaeom sect, although like most Korean temples it was later assimilated into the Jogye Order. At its largest, during the Goryeo dynasty, it was much larger than it is today - with over 360 rooms and more than a thousand monks in residence.

Yongdusan park, which harmonizes Busan Tower and 70 different species of trees, is considered a favourite resting place among the citizens of Busan. It is called Yongdusan because the shape of the mountain looks like the head of a dragon that climbs to land from sea. The highlight of Yongdusan Park is a night view of Busan at the 120m-height Busan Tower and the statue of General Lee Sunsin, who was a great commander in Joseon Dynasty period (1392-1910).

The Busan Aquarium contains over 35,000 kinds of fish, algae, reptiles, and amphibians. This state-of-the-art facility is one of Korea’s top aquariums. One feels like they are walking along the ocean floor as they pass through this tunnel with various species of fish and sharks swimming above head. This is one of the most popular areas of the aquarium and guarantees to be a special experience.

Busan has a splendid blend of coastline, scenic cliffs, mountains and hot springs, from superb beaches to scenic mountain ranges that provide excellent hiking opportunities.