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Free WiFi: There is a big number of free Wi-Fi points for public use.
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Workspaces: There is an great environment for working and lots of great coworking spots in Gwangju.
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Traffic safety: A lot of work has been done to ensure road safety. That’s why the road accident rate can be considered as low.
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Racial tolerance: Cases of racial and ethnic discrimination are extremely rare.
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Female friendly: The relationship between men and women is quite liberal, a woman has all the rights and freedoms. But the way of life in society continues to be patriarchal.
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Level of happiness: The level of happiness and life satisfaction among the local population is quite average.
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Walkability: Gwangju has many beautiful parks, squares and walkways for walking with children. There are wide sidewalks along the roads, and there are paths for cyclists.
- Air quality: In some places, the level of air cleanliness in Gwangju is assessed as poor or mediocre.
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Freedom of speech: Freedom of speech is spelled out in the constitution. But local authorities are enforcing laws that will somewhat complicate the work of journalists and restrict freedom of speech for all citizens.
- Internet: There is high-speed Internet in Gwangju.
- Income: The average monthly earnings are mediocre around $2300.
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Quality of life: In terms of health care, demography, education, environmental conditions, economic conditions, employment, the standard of living can be assessed as good.
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Education: The level of secondary and higher education in Gwangju can be described as very high.
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Entertainment: There are many interesting places, where you can take a fun with your friends or to spend romantic date.
- Safety: In general, the situation is calm, the average level of safety, but in some areas there are exceptions. Please be vigilant.
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Fits for families: There are not so many places where you can spend a good time with your family and children, but almost all of them provide excellent service.
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LGBTQ friendly: The majority of respondents in Gwangju are against equal rights for gays and lesbians.
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Nightlife: At the same time, the level of quality of services provided in most of these establishments is significantly high.
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Startup friendly: Unfortunately, startup score in Gwangju is pretty low. Most startups struggle due to different obstacles.
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English: It will not be easy to communicate in Gwangju directly with the locals – few people speak English, except for the staff of large hotels and restaurants.
- Expenses: Prices for everything are very affordable. There are many very decent pizzerias, cafes, restaurants at reasonable prices. Usual monthly spendings are around $2000.
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Friendliness to outsiders: The attitude towards foreigners is often open and friendly, but not overly intrusive.
