Bulgwang-dong
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Bulgwang-dong | |
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Korean transcription(s) | |
• Hangul | 불광동 |
• Hanja | 佛光洞 |
• Revised Romanization | Bulgwang-dong |
• McCune–Reischauer | Pulkwang-tong |
Country | South Korea |
Area | |
• Total | 4.51 km2 (1.74 sq mi) |
Population (2023)[1] | |
• Total | 78,415 |
• Density | 37,780/km2 (97,800/sq mi) |
Bulgwang-dong is a neighbourhood (dong) of Eunpyeong-gu in Seoul, South Korea.[1][2]
Etymology
Bulgwang-dong is a neighborhood nestled at the foot of Bukhansan Mountain, also known as Samgaksan Mountain. This picturesque area is renowned for its collection of temples, both large and small, including Rocks Temple and Bulgwangsa Temple. The name "Bulgwang-dong" holds significance as it symbolizes the belief that the divine light of Buddha illuminates this sacred place.
See also
References
- ^ a b "불광동 (Bulgwang-dong 佛光洞)" (in Korean). Doosan Encyclopedia. Retrieved 2008-04-17.[permanent dead link]
- ^ "The origin of the dong's name" (in Korean). Eunpyeong-gu website. Retrieved 2008-04-18. [dead link]
External links
- Eunpyeong-gu official website[permanent dead link]
- (in Korean) Eunpyeong-gu map[permanent dead link] at the Eunpyeong-gu official website
- (in Korean) Bulgwang 1-dong resident office website[permanent dead link]
37°37′08″N 126°55′48″E / 37.619°N 126.930°E
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