Bulgwang-dong | |
Translit Lang1: | Korean |
Translit Lang1 Type: | Hangul |
Translit Lang1 Info: | 불광동 |
Translit Lang1 Type1: | Hanja |
Translit Lang1 Info2: | Bulgwang-dong |
Translit Lang1 Info3: | Pulkwang-tong |
Translit Lang2 Type: | Hangul |
Translit Lang2 Type1: | Hanja |
Subdivision Type: | Country |
Subdivision Name: | South Korea |
Subdivision Type1: | Region |
Seat Type: | Capital |
Parts Style: | para |
Leader Title: | Mayor |
Area Total Km2: | 4.51 |
Population Total: | 78415 |
Population As Of: | 2023 |
Population Density Km2: | 37,780 |
Blank Name Sec1: | Dialect |
Bulgwang-dong is a neighbourhood (dong) of Eunpyeong-gu in Seoul, South Korea.[1] [2]
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.