Singil-dong
Singil-dong is a dong, neighbourhood of Yeongdeungpo-gu in Seoul, South Korea.[1][2]
Singil-dong | |
|---|---|
| Korean transcription(s) | |
| • Hangul | 신길동 |
| • Hanja | 新吉洞 |
| • Revised Romanization | Singil-dong |
| • McCune–Reischauer | Sinkil-tong |
| Country | South Korea |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.58 km2 (1.38 sq mi) |
| Population (2001)[1] | |
| • Total | 146,519 |
| • Density | 41,000/km2 (110,000/sq mi) |
Overview
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.
References
- "신길동 (Singil-dong 新吉洞)" (in Korean). Doosan Encyclopedia. Retrieved 2008-04-20.
- "The origin of Singil-dong" (in Korean). Yeongdeungpo-gu official site. Archived from the original on 2008-05-29. Retrieved 2008-04-21.
External links
- Yeongdeungpo-gu official website
- Yeongdeungpo-gu map at The Yeongdeungpo-gu official website
- (in Korean) Singil 1-dong resident office website
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