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Here's an overview of Busan about its location, size, population and its geographical
description. Busan is located on the Southeast Korean Peninsula. Busan is about
763.3 km which comes around 0.8% of Korea. 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. Busan enjoys different seasons
and a temperate climate that neither too hot nor too cold. The population is approximately
around 3.7million. Busan is the second largest city in Korea. Busan is the world's
largest container handling port with the potentials of more growth.
Seasons in Busan:
Spring - Early March and ends in late- July.
Summer - End of June with heavy rains, end in early September. The
highest temperature of around 32?
Fall - Early September till late - November.
Winter - End of November and until February. The average temperature
is 3.8?.
Symbols in Busan:
City flower, tree - Camellia
- City flower: Designated on March 1. 1970
- City tree: Designated on July 1. 1978
The sense of balance of dark green leaves and pink flowers expresses the spirit
of the warm hearted citizens. The new, brilliant and deep green foliage of the
trees represent the youth and ambition citizen of Busan.
City bird - Seagull
- Designated on July 1. 1978
The white color of sea gull stands for purity and peace, reflecting the traditional
mind of Koreans
Symbol Mark
- Designated on March 28. 1995
The triangle on top symbolizes the universe, space and creation, and the lower
one means the sea and backdrop of Busan. And the two waves represent 'Busan'
spreading towards other worlds and the future. The whole image symbolizes balance
and vitality.
Mascot "Busan Vision, Busan Vitality, Busan Victory."
- Designated on June 14. 1995
City Emblem
- Designated on June 28. 1995
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