Gangseo District, Seoul

In this article we will explore the fascinating world of Gangseo District, Seoul and all the different facets that make it up. From its origin and evolution to its impact on today's society, we will immerse ourselves in a journey of discovery and learning. We will analyze its implications in various fields, from science and technology to arts and culture. With a critical and reflective look, we will delve into the positive and negative aspects of Gangseo District, Seoul, as well as its influence on our daily lives. Join us on this tour and discover everything there is to know about Gangseo District, Seoul.

For the province in China using the same Chinese characters 江西, see Jiangxi. For the district of the same name located in Busan, see Gangseo District, Busan.

Gangseo
강서구
Autonomous District
강서구 · 江西區
National Aviation Museum of Korea
Gimpo International Airport
Magok Square
Gilkkot Children’s Library
Kkachisan Street
Seoul Botanic Park
Flag of Gangseo
Flag
Location of Gangseo-gu in Seoul
Location of Gangseo-gu in Seoul
Coordinates: 37°32′55″N 126°51′03″E / 37.54861°N 126.85083°E / 37.54861; 126.85083
CountrySouth Korea
RegionSudogwon
Special CitySeoul
Administrative dong22
Government
 • BodyGangseo-gu Council
 • MayorJin Gyo-hoon (Democratic)
 • MNAs
List of MNAs
Area
 • Total
41.4 km2 (16.0 sq mi)
Population
 (2010[1])
 • Total
546,938
 • Density13,000/km2 (34,000/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+9 (Korea Standard Time)
Postal code.
07500 – 07899
Area code(s)+82-2-2600~
WebsiteGangseo-gu official website
Map

Gangseo District (Korean: 강서구; RR: Gangseo-gu; Korean pronunciation: [ka̠ŋ.sʰʌ̹.ɡu]) is one of the 25 districts (gu) of Seoul, South Korea. It is located on the south side of the Han River. South Korea's third busiest airport, Gimpo International Airport, is located in Gonghang-dong, where many flights fly to cities like Busan, Jeju, and Gwangju. The Magok Industrial Complex, located in Magok-dong, is a major hub for research and development, housing numerous R&D centers and corporate headquarters.

Administrative divisions

Administrative divisions

Economy

Since the Gimpo International Airport is located in gangseo district number of aviation headquarters are located nearby. The Korea Airports Corporation headquarters,[2] Korean Air's headquarters, Korean Airport Service, Ltd., and Air Total Service are located in Gonghang-dong.[3][4] Asiana Airlines's headquarters are located in Asiana Town in Osoe-dong.[5] Jin Air has its headquarters in Deungchon-dong.[6] Eastarjet has its headquarters in Banghwa 2-dong.[7]

Government and infrastructure

The Aviation and Railway Accident Investigation Board (ARAIB) FDR/CVR Analysis and Wreckage Laboratory is on the property of Gimpo International Airport in Gwahae-dong, Gangseo District. Previously the ARAIB had its headquarters in Gonghang-dong, Gangseo District.[8] The ARAIB headquarters are now in Sejong City.

Attractions

Transportation

Railway

  • Airport Railroad Co., Ltd.
(Gyeyang District, Incheon) ← Gimpo Airport → (Goyang), (Eunpyeong District)
(Yangcheon District) ← Kkachisan
Banghwa — Gaehwasan — Gimpo Airport — Magok — Balsan — Ujangsan — Hwagok — Kkachisan → (Yangcheon District)
  • Seoul Metro Line 9 Corporation
Gaehwa — Gimpo Airport — Airport Market — Sinbanghwa — Magongnaru — Yangcheon Hyanggyo — Gayang — Jeungmi — Deungchon — Yeomchang → (Yangcheon District)

Notable people

Sister cities

[citation needed]

Country City&Region
South Korea Gangneung City Gangwon-do
South Korea Pyeongchang-gun Gangwon-do
South Korea Imsil-gun Jeollabuk-do
South Korea Goesan-gun Chungcheongbuk-do
South Korea Taean-gun Chungcheongnam-do
South Korea Sangju City Gyeongsangbuk-do
South Korea Haman-gun Gyeongsangnam-do
South Korea Jeongeup City Jeollabuk-do
South Korea Wanju-gun Jeollabuk-do
South Korea Yeosu City Jeollanam-do
South Korea Suncheon City Jeollanam-do
Australia Penrith City New South Wales
China Zhaoyuan City Shandong Province
China Changning District Shanghai
Japan Otaru City Hokkaido
Philippines Tarlac City Tarlac Province
United Kingdom Nottingham City England

References

  1. ^ Korean Statistical Information Service (Korean) > Population and Household > Census Result (2010) > Population by Administrative district, Sex and Age / Alien by Administrative district and Sex, Retrieved June 2, 2010.
  2. ^ "Directions" (see enclosed map). Korea Airports Corporation. Retrieved on June 22, 2017. "07505 Korea Airports Corporation∥78 Haneul-gil Gangseo-gu, SEOUL" – Directions and address in Korean: "07505 서울 강서구 하늘길 78 한국공항공사 "
  3. ^ "Company Info / Overview." Korean Air. Accessed September 20, 2008.
  4. ^ "Company Info Archived August 1, 2012, at archive.today." Hanjin. Retrieved on November 19, 2008.
  5. ^ "For foreigners residing in Korea Archived 2009-07-25 at the Wayback Machine." Asiana Airlines. Retrieved on July 28, 2009.
  6. ^ "footer_copy.gif Archived 2012-03-02 at the Wayback Machine." Jin Air. Retrieved on October 9, 2010. "Address: 653-25 Deungchondong, Gangseogu, Seoul" Address in Korean Archived February 8, 2011, at the Wayback Machine: "서울강서구등촌동653–25"
  7. ^ "copyrights.gif Archived 2012-03-26 at the Wayback Machine." Eastarjet. Retrieved on July 4, 2011. Address in Korean Archived March 26, 2012, at the Wayback Machine.
  8. ^ "Office Location." (Archive) Aviation and Railway Accident Investigation Board. Retrieved on February 15, 2012. "Main Office:281, Gonghang-dong, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, Republic. of Korea 157-815" and "CVR/FDR analysis and wreckage laboratory : Gimpo International Airport 274 Gwahae-dong, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, Korea 157–711"
  9. ^ 오하영(에이핑크) 시은. Hanryutimes. January 13, 2023.
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