Table of Contents
- A premium park where nature and culture harmoniously blend, ‘Dalmaji Park’ breaks ground
- 23.3 billion won invested to complete as a ‘naturalistic park’ by 2028
- Participation of artist Jung Yeong-sun, developed into a world-class garden park
- A model case for resolving long-term unresolved urban parks
- Plans for Dalmaji Park development and future schedule
- A new green landmark symbolizing ‘15-minute city Busan’
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
A premium park where nature and culture harmoniously blend, ‘Dalmaji Park’ breaks ground
The City of Busan held the groundbreaking ceremony for the development of Dalmaji Park to solve the long-standing issue of unresolved urban parks. This project is regarded as a significant first step to actively pursue the park development plan that has been delayed for over 20 years.
On October 14, at 3 PM, the groundbreaking ceremony was held at the site designated for Dalmaji Park, located at 978-1 Jungdong, Haeundae District. The event was attended by Busan Mayor Park Hyung-jun, Haeundae District Chief Kim Seong-su, local councilors, and about 100 residents who wished for the successful progress of the project.
23.3 billion won invested to complete as a ‘naturalistic park’ by 2028
Dalmaji Park is expected to be developed with an investment of 23.3 billion won to maintain the beautiful natural scenery of Haeundae. The park will be a naturalistic space where nature and culture harmonize, with the project planned from 2025 to 2028.
Key facilities include ▲Moonlight Courtyard for cultural events and performances, ▲Dalmaji Garden Village reflecting Busan’s garden culture, ▲a multi-cultural space created through the remodeling of existing buildings, and ▲meditation resting areas for wellness programs. Once completed, this project is expected to become a world-class attraction where the coast and park harmonize, similar to the beaches of Nice, France or Stanley Park in Vancouver, Canada.
Participation of artist Jung Yeong-sun, developed into a world-class garden park
This project involves renowned landscape artist Jung Yeong-sun. He believes that “landscape is poetry written on the land” and has experience in designing projects that respect the order and ecology of nature, including Seonyudo Park, Seoul Botanical Garden, and Yeouido Saetgang Ecological Park.
Jung is the first Korean landscape architect to receive the 'Jeffrey Jellicoe Award' from the International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA) and is responsible for the main design and concept of the 'Dalmaji Garden Village' in this project. This will showcase a symbolic artistic garden space for Busan.
A model case for resolving long-term unresolved urban parks
Dalmaji Park was designated as an urban planning facility in 2002, but it remained unresolved for a long time. However, since Mayor Park Hyung-jun took office, the project became feasible with substantial land compensation beginning in 2022.
Through this project, the City of Busan aims to preserve the coastal scenery of Haeundae and provide open spaces for citizens, achieving a long-term policy goal of resolving unresolved urban parks. Additionally, a total investment of 575.3 billion won in 17 urban parks will secure approximately 1.6 million square meters of park land equivalent to 225 soccer fields, creating an environment where residents can conveniently access parks within their living areas.
Such efforts are expected to enhance the quality of life for Busan citizens.
Plans for Dalmaji Park development and future schedule
Dalmaji Park will be developed as a large-scale park covering an area of 33,427㎡. The total project cost is 166.9 billion won, of which 143.6 billion won is for compensation and 23.3 billion won is for construction.
The main schedule is as follows: from 2025 to 2026, the construction of infrastructure and garden village will take place alongside design competitions. Subsequently, from 2026 to 2027, remodeling of the buildings will be undertaken. Finally, the entire project is expected to be completed and opened in 2028.
The park is divided into four themes: 'Moon Courtyard', 'Hill of the Moon', 'Moon Garden Village', and 'Forest of the Moon'. These spaces are designed to allow visitors to enjoy walking, meditation, and various cultural experiences simultaneously.
A new green landmark symbolizing ‘15-minute city Busan’
Dalmaji Park is expected to play an important role in revitalizing the local economy and enhancing tourism competitiveness along with the Haeundae tourism belt. This park will serve as a key infrastructure of the '15-minute city Busan', created as a nature-friendly relaxation space easily accessible to citizens.
Mayor Park Hyung-jun emphasized, “Dalmaji Park will not merely be a green space, but a symbolic place that enhances the urban quality of Busan and the quality of life of its citizens.” He also expressed his commitment to continuously expanding urban spaces that harmonize nature and people.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. When did the Dalmaji Park development project start?
The groundbreaking ceremony for the Dalmaji Park development project was held on October 14, 2023.
Dalmaji Park held its groundbreaking ceremony on October 14, 2023, to actively pursue the urban park development plan that had been delayed for over 20 years. The event was attended by the Mayor of Busan, Haeundae District Chief, city and district councilors, and about 100 local residents who wished for the success of the project. This effort is a result of Busan City's commitment to resolving the long-standing issue of unresolved urban parks.
Q. What is the total budget for the Dalmaji Park development project and key schedule?
A total of 166.9 billion won will be invested, and the project will be carried out in stages from 2025 to 2028.
A total budget of 166.9 billion won will be used for the Dalmaji Park development, of which 143.6 billion won is for compensation and 23.3 billion won is for construction. The project will involve the construction of infrastructure and garden village from 2025 to 2026, and remodeling of buildings will take place from 2026 to 2027. The final construction will be completed in 2028, and the park will be opened.
Q. What are the main facilities and themes of Dalmaji Park?
It will be developed with four themes: Moonlight Courtyard, Dalmaji Garden Village, multi-cultural space, and meditation resting area.
Dalmaji Park will consist of four themed spaces: 'Moon Courtyard', 'Hill of the Moon', 'Moon Garden Village', and 'Forest of the Moon'. Major facilities will include Moonlight Courtyard for performances and cultural events, Dalmaji Garden Village reflecting Busan's garden culture, a multi-cultural space following remodeling, and meditation resting areas for wellness programs. Visitors will be able to enjoy walking, meditation, and cultural experiences simultaneously.
Q. What role is Jung Yeong-sun playing in the development of Dalmaji Park?
Jung Yeong-sun is the landscape artist responsible for the design and concept of the Dalmaji Garden Village.
Renowned landscape artist Jung Yeong-sun possesses the philosophy that “landscape is poetry written on the land.” He has considerable experience in large ecological park design, including Seonyudo Park and Seoul Botanical Garden. As the first Korean landscape architect to win the 'Jeffrey Jellicoe Award' from the International Federation of Landscape Architects, he is responsible for the main design and concept of the 'Dalmaji Garden Village' in this project, aiming to present a representative artistic garden space for Busan.
Q. What is the significance of this Dalmaji Park project to Busan City?
It significantly contributes to addressing long-term unresolved urban parks and improving the quality of life for citizens.
The Dalmaji Park development project is a model case for resolving the issue of urban parks that have remained unresolved for over 20 years. It is an important policy for Busan City to preserve the coastal scenery of Haeundae while providing open green spaces for citizens. Furthermore, it will serve as a nature-friendly retreat consistent with Busan's '15-minute city' vision, supporting leisure and healing for citizens in their daily lives, and is expected to positively affect economic revitalization and tourism competitiveness.