Gwangju Mudeung Baseball Stadium, Baseball stadium in Im-dong, South Korea
Gwangju Mudeung Baseball Stadium is a baseball stadium in the Im-dong neighborhood of Gwangju, South Korea, with tiered seating for around 12,500 spectators arranged in a ring around the playing field. The layout keeps the stands close to the action, so even seats in the upper rows feel near the field.
The stadium opened in 1965, when baseball was growing into one of South Korea's most popular sports. Over the following decades it underwent several renovations to keep up with professional league standards while keeping its original footprint.
The stadium's name comes from Mudeung Mountain, which rises above Gwangju and is closely tied to local identity. On game days, the stands fill with fans of the Kia Tigers, the home team whose supporters are known for their loud and loyal presence.
The stadium is easy to reach by public transit, and parking is available nearby for those arriving by car. Inside, food stalls and restrooms are open throughout games, so arriving a little early helps you get settled before the first pitch.
The stadium is one of the older baseball venues still in active use in South Korea, which is unusual given how many cities have replaced their older grounds with newer facilities. Its continued use means you can watch a professional game in a setting that has hosted baseball for over half a century.
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