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Guri-si, Gyeonggi-do

Guri-si is one of 47 cities, counties and districts in Gyeonggi-do. It has 8 neighborhoods (8 dong) and 188,155 registered residents (September 2026). The most populous neighborhood is Donggu-dong with 34,706.

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Landmark stamp: Donggureung Royal Tombs

Spreading gracefully across lush natural hillsides in Guri, this expansive historical heritage site protects royal Joseon burial mounds surrounded by serene pine woodlands and murmuring forest streams.

History: This historic royal burial ground preserves nine royal tombs of Joseon monarchs, including King Taejo's Geonwolleung.
Legends & stories: Silver grass brought from King Taejo's northern hometown still flourishes on his mound, swaying gracefully in autumn breezes.
What to see: Peaceful dirt paths flanked by tall trees, clear brooks, and red spiked gates create a calming atmosphere for quiet strolls.

Food, festivals and stories of Guri-si

Local food: The famous Doldari Gopchang Alley in Guri Traditional Market is widely celebrated for its spicy stir-fried pork tripe.
Local story: Donggureung hosts nine grand royal tombs of the Joseon dynasty, including the resting place of founding King Taejo.
Festivals: Every autumn, vibrant pink cosmos flowers bloom profusely along the riverside during the popular Guri Hangang Park Cosmos Festival.

Neighborhoods of Guri-si (8)

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Galmae-dong갈매동dong · 30,385 residents

Name: The neighborhood's name originates from a feng shui belief describing a thirsty horse drinking refreshing stream water.
Story: Villagers have preserved an ancient communal ritual, praying to ancestral guardian spirits every year for peace and fortune.
Photo spot: You can take peaceful strolls along Galmaecheon Stream Park, where silver grass and paved bicycle paths run beside clear water.

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Donggu-dong동구동dong · 34,706 residents

Name: The neighborhood's administrative name derives from Donggureung, the historic cluster of nine royal Joseon Dynasty tombs.
Story: Legend says that silver grass brought from King Taejo's northern hometown of Hamheung was planted on his burial mound.
Photo spot: You can capture serene landscape photos while walking through the dense pine forest trails surrounding the royal tombs.

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Inchang-dong인창동dong · 26,488 residents

Name: The name combines characters from two ancient villages, expressing hopes for virtuous lives and lasting community prosperity.
Story: Baetal Pass earned its folk name because travelers once had to row small boats across flooded paths during rainy seasons.
Photo spot: Visitors often climb the gentle hill trails of Inchang Jungang Park to capture pleasant panoramic views of the city.

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Gyomun 1-dong교문1동dong · 14,605 residents

Name: The neighborhood's name blends Chinese characters signifying a bridge from Baekgyo village and a gate from adjacent hamlets.
Story: Ancient stone fortifications along Mount Achasan hold legends of General Ondal guarding the strategic river basin during historical battles.
Photo spot: Goguryeo Blacksmith Village offers remarkable photo spots featuring massive waterwheels and recreated ancient wooden architecture against Mount Achasan.

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Gyomun 2-dong교문2동dong · 20,402 residents

Name: The historical local area was named Imunan because it lay behind protective village gates built to deter bandits.
Photo spot: Imunan Lake Park provides picturesque wooden boardwalks over tranquil waters surrounded by flowering reeds in the heart of downtown.

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Sutaek 1-dong수택1동dong · 16,865 residents

Name: The name reflects historic wetlands and ponds formed where the local streams and the Han River naturally met.
Food: Inside the bustling Guri Traditional Market, travelers can savor flavorful stir-fried tripe with vegetables along a dedicated alleyway.

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Sutaek 2-dong수택2동dong · 23,936 residents

Name: The historic neighborhood village was called Geombae after sacred black boulders once believed to guard the local community.
Fun fact: Warm neighborhood sentiments and nostalgic residential alleys remain preserved along the welcoming pathways between local houses.

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Sutaek 3-dong수택3동dong · 20,768 residents

Story: A famous local folk legend tells of a greedy rich man's estate sinking into the lake after mistreating monks.
Photo spot: Guri Hangang Park offers breathtaking photographic views along the riverbank adorned with seasonal floral fields and wide lawns.

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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.