🇰🇷 Gwangju, South Korea

Gwangju is a city in South Korea with a population of approximately 1.5 million people. It is located in the southwest of the country and is known for its rich cultural heritage. While Gwangju does not have direct access to the sea or significant ports, it has a thriving shipbuilding industry nearby in the city of Busan, making it an important hub for seafarers, shipowners, and crewing companies in the region.