*The World Human Rights Cities Forum is an inclusive space where everyone is welcome.

IN-PERSON PARTICIPATION


*The World Human Rights Cities Forum is an inclusive space where everyone is welcome.

VENUE


LOCATION KDJ Convention Center 

ADDRESS 30 Sangmunuriro, Seo-gu, Gwangju, Korea


편의서비스

Interpretation Service

Korean–English simultaneous interpretation, Korean Sign Language, and Korean-language closed captions
※Some services are available
only for designated sessions.

Charging Facilities

Located at the WHRCF Information Desk
(2nd floor)


Wheelchair and Baby Stroller Rental

Located at the Information Desk (1st floor)


Nursery Room

Located next to the entrance to Exhibition Hall 2 (1st floor)


Accessible Toilet

Located on every floor

Tumbler Washer

Located on the 2nd and 4th floors


VENUE


LOCATION KDJ Convention Center 

ADDRESS 30 Sangmunuriro, Seo-gu, Gwangju, Korea


CONVENIENCE SERVICES

Interpretation Service

Korean–English simultaneous interpretation, Korean Sign Language, and Korean-language closed captions

※Some services are available only for designated sessions.

Charging Facilities

Located at the WHRCF Information Desk
(2nd floor)

Wheelchair and
Baby Stroller Rental

Located at the Information Desk (1st floor)


 Nursery Room

Located next to the entrance
to Exhibition Hall 2 (1st floor)

Accessible Toilet

Located on every floor


Tumbler Washer

Located on the 2nd and 4th floors


ONLINE SESSIONS


* Online participation is available only for designated sessions.

ONLINE SESSIONS


* Online participation is available only for designated sessions. 

JOIN THE WHRCF SUSTAINABILITY CAMPAIGN


We invite you to take part in small but meaningful actions that put the values of a Human Rights City into practice.

1. Use Public Transportation

Check nearby subway stations and bus routes
in advance when visiting the venue. 


2. Use a Tumbler or Reusable Cup

Make use of the reusable cup rental service
available at the venue. 


3. Use Electronic Documents

Take physical copies only when necessary,
referring to materials in digital format
whenever possible. 


4. Practice Proper Waste Separation

Separate reusable items and dispose of waste
properly to support resource circulation. 


5. Support Local Businesses

Use restaurants and services located near the
venue to contribute to the local community.

JOIN THE WHRCF SUSTAINABILITY CAMPAIGN


We invite you to take part in small but meaningful actions that put the values of a Human Rights City into practice.

1. Use Public Transportation

Check nearby subway stations and bus routes
in advance when visiting the venue. 


2. Use a Tumbler or Reusable Cup

Make use of the reusable cup rental service
available at the venue. 


3. Use Electronic Documents

Take physical copies only when necessary,
referring to materials in digital format
whenever possible. 


4. Practice Proper Waste Separation

Separate reusable items and dispose of waste
properly to support resource circulation. 


5. Support Local Businesses

Use restaurants and services located near the
venue to contribute to the local community. 

GWANGJU
TOUR INFORMATION


We provide tourist information to enjoy Gwangju, a city of taste and beauty. Please check the Gwangju attractions, tour courses, restaurants, and accommodations recommended by the Secretariat to further enjoy Gwangju's charm during the 13th World Human Rights Cities Forum.

GWANGJU
TOUR INFORMATION


We provide tourist information to enjoy Gwangju, a city of taste and beauty. Please check the Gwangju attractions, tour courses, restaurants, and accommodations recommended by the Secretariat to further enjoy Gwangju's charm during the 13th World Human Rights Cities Forum.

RECOMMENDED TOURS

[ Recommended Attractions by Keyword ]

* Images Courtesy of Omae Gwangju

The Festive Spirit of Gwangju

Gwangju: The City That Shines at Night

UNESCO Triple Crown City, Gwangju

Must-Visit Attractions in Gwangju


[ Recommended Courses by WHRCF Secretariat ]

* Images Courtesy of Omae Gwangju

Yangnim-dong Alley Tour

Gwangju K-Content Tour

UNESCO Tour of Mudeungsan National Park

Baseball Sports Tour

RESTAURANTS AROUND THE VENUE

The restaurants below cater for various dining preferences. For specific dining choices, please refer to the icons below. Some ingredients may vary by restaurant, so please make sure to check before ordering.

*The table below can be viewed by switching the screen to landscape.

RECOMMENDED TOURS

[ Recommended Attractions by Keyword ]

* Images Courtesy of Omae Gwangju

The Festive Spirit
of Gwangju

Gwangju: The City That Shines
at Night

UNESCO Triple Crown City,
Gwangju

Must-Visit Attractions
in Gwangju

[ Recommended Courses by WHRCF Secretariat ]

*Images Courtesy of Omae Gwangju

Yangnim-dong
Alley Tour


Gwangju
K-Content Tour

UNESCO Tour of Mudeungsan
National Park

Baseball
Sports Tour


RESTAURANTS AROUND THE VENUE

The restaurants below cater for various dining preferences. For specific dining choices, please refer to the icons below.
Some ingredients may vary by restaurant, so please make sure to check before ordering.

Cuisine
Name (ENG/KOR)
Ingredients
Menu
Price (KRW)
Note
Asian
Chintz
친츠
Fried Rice, Pad Thai
10,000~27,000
*Asking to exclude meat or seafood is required
Asian
Eat Pho
잇포
Rice Noodles, Fried Rice
11,000~13,000
*Asking to exclude meat or seafood is required
Korean
Biumgwa Hankkisiksa
비움과 한끼식사
Tofu Noodle Soup
10,000
-
Korean
Father’s gimbab
파더스김밥
Vegetable Kimbap,
Noodles with Salad
5,000~8,000
-
Korean
Jong-gajib Kongnamul
Gugbab
종가집콩나물국밥
Bean Sprout Soup with Rice
8,000
-
Korean 
Myeongpum Sangmu
Patjug
명품상무팥죽
Red Bean Noodle Soup,
Pumpkin Porridge
12,000
-
Cafe
Kkulkkeok Sori
꿀꺽소리
Sandwich, Salad
7,000~10,000
-
Cafe
Deepi Coffee
디피커피
Sandwich
4,000~10,000
-

ACCOMMODATION

The Secretariat does not provide accommodation or reservation services for general participants. Should you need accommodation during the Forum, please check out the following information on accommodation around the venue or visit the website to find out information on accommodations and attractions in Gwangju.

Holiday Inn
Gwangju

55 Sangmunuriro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
T : +82 62-610-7000

WEBSITE 〉

Breev Gwangju by Hotel

149, Sangmujayu-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
T : +82 62-717-7000

WEBSITE 〉

UTOP Boutique  Hotel
&Residence

53, Sicheong-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
T : +82 62-370-8000

WEBSITE 〉

Dubai Hotel

47, Sangmubeonyeong-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
T : +82 62-373-0700

WEBSITE 〉

CS HOTEL

128 Sangmupyeonghwa-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
T : +82 62-363-3300

WEBSITE 〉

ACCOMMODATION

The Secretariat does not provide accommodation or reservation services for general participants. Should you need accommodation during the Forum, please check out the following information on accommodation around the venue or visit the website to find out information on accommodations and attractions in Gwangju.

Holiday Inn
Gwangju

55 Sangmunuriro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
T : +82 62-610-7000

WEBSITE 〉

Ramada Plaza
Wyndham Gwangju

149, Sangmujayu-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
T : +82 62-717-7000

WEBSITE 〉

UTOP Boutique  Hotel
&Residence

53, Sicheong-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
T : +82 62-370-8000

WEBSITE 〉

Dubai Hotel

47, Sangmubeonyeong-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
T : +82 62-373-0700

WEBSITE 〉

CS HOTEL

128 Sangmupyeonghwa-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju
T : +82 62-363-3300

WEBSITE 〉

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WHRCF SECRETARIAT

2F, 5, Jungang-ro 196beon-gil,
Dong-gu, Gwangju 61475, South Korea

Tel: +82-62-226-2734  I  Fax: +82-62-226-2731
E-mail: whrcf@gic.or.kr


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WHRCF SECRETARIAT

2F, 5, Jungang-ro 196beon-gil, Dong-gu, Gwangju 61475, South Korea

Tel: +82-62-226-2734 │ Fax: +82-2-226-2731 │ E-mail: whrcf@gic.or.kr

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