Seo-gu is one of 9 cities, counties and districts in Daegu. It has 17 neighborhoods (17 dong) and 163,197 registered residents (September 2026). The most populous neighborhood is Sangjungi-dong with 16,809.
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Landmark stamp: Waryongsan Mountain
Overlooking western Daegu, this gentle mountain is known for its winding ridge trails, colorful seasonal azalea colonies, and accessible neighborhood hiking routes.
Legends & stories
The mountain earned its poetic name because its ridgeline gracefully resembles the silhouette of a sleeping dragon lying down.
What to see
When spring arrives, pink azaleas bloom in abundance along the gentle ridge, creating a picturesque path filled with vibrant blossoms.
Visitor tip
Climbing to the Sangribong observation deck at sunset provides captivating views of colorful evening skies and twinkling city nightscapes.
Food, festivals and stories of Seo-gu
Local food
Bangogae alley is famous for its spicy and sour sliced squid salad tossed with fragrant water parsley and snails.
Festivals
Residents transform quaint neighborhood pathways into flower gardens during the delightful Dalseong Toseong Village Alley Festival.
Did you know?
Ihyeon Park offers serene walking trails where seasonal blossoms and eco-friendly wetlands harmonize peacefully in the city center.
Neighborhoods of Seo-gu (17)
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Naedang 1-dong내당1동dong · 14,722 residents
Name: The name Naedang originated from an old village located inside a large lotus pond that once lay outside Daegu Fortress.
Food: The lively Bangogae food alley serves spicy seasoned squid and sea snails wrapped in crispy flat dumplings.
Photo spot: Visitors love taking photos along the alley gardens of Dalseong Toseong Village, beautifully decorated with plants by local residents.
Story: Residents living beneath the ancient earthen fortress walls came together to plant flowers in alleyways, transforming their neighborhood into a blooming village.
Fun fact: Hosting major public facilities including the Seo-gu Office and the local police station, this area functions as the civic administrative center.
Photo spot: Plazas and restful gardens in front of the district office showcase seasonal flowers that make lovely photo backgrounds.
Local notes were drafted with the help of AI from public information. Population: Ministry of the Interior and Safety resident registration, September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.