Well rested and ready to see more of Busan, we headed down to Haeundae Beach. Extremely popular during summer vacation, we had the beach almost to ourselves even though it was a perfect beach day. The area around the beach is filled with cute little stores, guesthouses, pork and seafood themed restaurants, and a really good bakery called OPS. When we were there, preparations were going on for the Busan International Film Festival, including the construction of temporary buildings that looked sturdier than half the buildings here in Mongolia.

Our first stop was the Busan Aquarium which is right on the beach and interestingly enough underground. We wondered if that was to make it easier to pump water into the tanks but are not sure. Our favorites were the otters and jellyfish, but the entire aquarium was lovely. We also got to see hundreds of tiny uniformed preschoolers on field trips. Very very cute kiddos.

The picture definition of a relaxed otter. (Yes, it is alive in spite of appearances).

Tiny colored jelly fish.

Wonderful faces.

After a lunch break of green onion pancakes, spicy tofu soup, and most importantly pastries, we took an hour cruise around the bay. It was great being out on the water and seeing the town from another angle. We also passed an impressive lighthouse, as well as fed shrimp crackers to seagulls.

Some of the birds could catch the crackers in midair.

Looking back at the city.

Two of the larger islands in the habor.

Brian wondering how long it would take him to swim to Japan.

Not quite grasping the concept of a selfie.

Heading back to the dock.

We wrapped up our wonderful day with a peaceful walk on the beach. I can never get enough time on the ocean.

Haeundae Beach

Beach trees.

My feet were so happy.

Busan-where even the parking lots are green and lush.