Pil-dong
Neighbourhood in Seoul, South Korea
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Pil-dong (Korean: 필동) is a dong (neighbourhood) of Jung District, Seoul, South Korea.[2]
McCune–ReischauerP'il tong
CountrySouth Korea
Pil-dong | |
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| Korean transcription(s) | |
| • Hangul | 필동 |
| • Hanja | 筆洞 |
| • Revised Romanization | Pil dong |
| • McCune–Reischauer | P'il tong |
Pil-dong Resident Office | |
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| Country | South Korea |
| Area | |
• Total | 1.14 km2 (0.44 sq mi) |
| Population (2013[1]) | |
• Total | 4,454 |
| • Density | 3,910/km2 (10,100/sq mi) |
Overview
The name is Pil-dong originated from a southern local office called 'Budong' during the Joseon period, which later changed to 'Butgol' and was written in Chinese characters as '필동'. In the early Joseon Dynasty, Pil-dong belonged to Nambug Seongmyeongbang, Nakseonbang, and Hundo-bang areas. During the Japanese occupation, Daehwajeong 1 and Daehwajeong 2-3 were established with the installation of 'Jonghoe'. After liberation in 1946, Pil-dong was divided into Pil-dong 1 District Association and Pil-dong 2-3 District Association for administration purposes.
Attractions
- Hwanghak-dong Flea Market
- Dongguk University
- Sungjeongjeon (숭정전 崇政殿)
Transportation
- Chungmuro Station of
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