Singil-dong | |
Translit Lang1: | Korean |
Translit Lang1 Type: | Hangul |
Translit Lang1 Info: | 신길동 |
Translit Lang1 Type1: | Hanja |
Translit Lang1 Info2: | Singil-dong |
Translit Lang1 Info3: | Sinkil-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: | 3.58 |
Population Total: | 146519 |
Population As Of: | 2001 |
Population Density Km2: | auto |
Blank Name Sec1: | Dialect |
Singil-dong is a dong, neighbourhood of Yeongdeungpo-gu in Seoul, South Korea.[1] [2]
Singil-dong, positioned in proximity to Yeouido and Saetgang, historically served as a pivotal transportation nexus distinguished by its ferry terminal, Banghakhojin (放鶴湖津), which facilitated access to Seoul during the Joseon Dynasty. Predominantly characterized as an agricultural enclave, the area featured extensive flatlands dominating its topography. The etymology of the appellation "Singil-dong" remains uncertain, however, it is conjectured to have been bestowed with aspirations for auspicious occurrences within the community, as "Singil (新吉)" connotes "new luck" or "good fortune," ostensibly in allusion to its port status.