Getting around

This is the first time in over thirty years that I have not had a car and have relied on public transportation.
My first mode of transportation is is by foot. I'll spare you a picture of my legs. I walk a lot more here than I did in the States and my legs and feet were a bit sore for awhile until I adapted. There are a large number of small shops and restaurants within easy walking distance.
Taxis are plentiful, easy to flag down and relatively inexpensive. Base fare is 2200 Won (under $2 and from the university to my place it's about $3600, just shy of $3) Taxi drivers can usually (not always) find their way to where I want to go.
Taking the bus is the most convenient way to get to work. Walk a couple blocks and wait at the bus stop.  Bus fare is under a dollar. Bus rides are not exactly smooth. Buses weave their way through traffic as if they were sports cars. One of these days I expect I'll end up on my butt on the floor. I do have to watch carefully for my exit as the announcements are in Korean and a bit difficult to hear in any case.

Daegu has two subway lines -- I'm near line two. Probably the best choice for going downtown or across town. Fare is also under a dollar. A taxi downtown is about 15,000 won and I end up breathing exhaust fumes. That's bad for my allergies. The downside of taking the subway is the distance between stations and the stairs. The trains themselves are quite nice. Well maintained and a smooth ride.
The subway is also good for visiting the HomePlus department store. It's only one stop away from my apartment and actually has its own exit.