About Daegu
City Overview
Area 1499.53㎢ (1.52% of the national area / 70.4km east to west / 101.6km north to south)
Population 2,372,008 people(As of February 2024)
Estimated Weather August 22 - September 3, 2026 (13 days)
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Temperature 29.4℃
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Rainfall 2.7㎜
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Humidity 67.8%
Powerful Daegu with full of freedom and vitality!
As the host city of the 2003 Summer Universiade, the 2011 IAAF World Championships, and the 2017 World Masters Athletics Indoor Championships, Daegu has firmly established itself as a true international athletics city, supported by various sports infrastructures such as the Daegu Stadium, indoor athletics venues, and the Daegu Athletics Development Center.
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2026
World Masters Athletics Championships Daegu 2026
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2017
World Masters Athletics Championships Indoor Competition Daegu 75 Countries / 4,703 Participants
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2012
93rd National Sports Festival
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2011
13th IAAF World Athletics Championships 202 Countries / 1,954 Participants
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2009
Daegu International Marathon WA certified road race 75 Countries / 4,700 Participants
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2003
Daegu Summer Universiade 174 Countries / 6,634 Participants
12 Scenic Views of Daegu
Daegu Tower (83 Tower) Tourist attraction to overlooking the whole city of Daegu MORE
Biseulsan Mountain Ideal nature resort for relaxation and respite MORE
Suseongmot Lake Resort Offering scenic walks, a fountain show, and night views MORE
Gyeongsang-gamyeong Park Green oasis in the center of Daegu MORE
Gyeongsang-gamyeong Park Architectural wonder reflecting water, nature and culture MORE
Sincheon Stream Lifeline river running through the center of the city MORE
Gukchae-bosang Memorial Park Urban retreat imbued with the spirit of the Gukchae-Bosang Movement, which originated in Daegu to overcome the IMF financial crisis MORE
Palgongsan Mountain Granting wishes with each step on the stone stairs MORE
Seomun Market Largest permanent market in Daegu. Night market is also popular MORE
Daegu Stadium New attraction in Daegu and gaining popularity MORE
Dongseong-ro Street Vibrant urban plaza filled with youthful energy, Dongseong-ro MORE
Dalseong Park Park that carries the traces of history, the oldest urban park in Daegu MORE
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