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Gamcheon-dong is a subdivision of Saha-gu district in central-west Busan, South Korea. It is known for Gamcheon Culture Village, which features steep streets, twisting alleys, and brightly painted houses. [1] Some painted street murals, art installations, cafes, stores, museums, workshops, and craft boutiques have also sprung up in the area. [2] The area was previously known as Taegeukdo Village, [1] and was affected by poverty, so in 2009 the government of Korea funded the "Dreaming of Machu Picchu in Busan Project". [3] Subsequently the area has won several regional awards including the 2012 UN-HABITAT Asian Townscape Award and a cultural excellence award from Korea's Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.[ citation needed]
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