Following Seoul and Busan, Daegu is the country's third-largest city with a population of 2.5 million. Located in the central-southeastern part of the peninsula, it is a cradle of culture and education. It has not only preserved the cultures of the Silla and Gaya Kingdoms, it has also preserved the tradition of Confucian culture of the Joseon Dynasty.
Daegu is the leading industrial base for textiles and fashions and is known locally as the "Korean Milan." Daegu's synthetic fabric production and export complex is the largest of its kind in the world. Building on these strengths, Daegu is currently working to establish itself as one of Asia's top fashion centers and hopes to compete on the global stage within the next few years.
Daegu's achievements in environmental awareness were recognized when the city was nominated as a Solar City by the International Energy Agency.