Jungwon-gu, Seongnam-si is one of 47 cities, counties and districts in Gyeonggi-do. It has 11 neighborhoods (11 dong) and 197,688 registered residents (September 2026). The most populous neighborhood is Seongnam-dong with 31,829.
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Landmark stamp: Moran Traditional Market
Convening periodically as an expansive open marketplace, this energetic commercial venue bustles with enthusiastic vendors selling regional street delicacies, fresh farm produce, and traditional sundries.
Visitor tip
The lively market opens every fifth day on dates ending in four and nine, so check your calendar before planning a trip.
Food nearby
Following the rich scent of sesame oil into the alleys leads to stalls serving freshly made bindaetteok crispy hot off the griddle.
What to see
Wandering among endless open-air stalls filled with fresh greens, medicinal herbs, and garden seedlings offers a vibrant taste of local Korean life.
Food, festivals and stories of Jungwon-gu, Seongnam-si
Local food
Moran Market boasts a famous oil alley where shops press fresh, aromatic sesame and perilla oils directly on site.
Festivals
Held on days ending in four and nine, the lively Moran Five-Day Market features traditional goods and diverse culinary delights.
Local story
Local legend surrounds Dungul Cave on Yeongjangsan mountain, where late Goryeo scholar Lee Jip secluded himself to preserve his principles.
Neighborhoods of Jungwon-gu, Seongnam-si (11)
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Seongnam-dong성남동dong · 31,829 residents
Story: A pioneer named the village after Moranbong in Pyeongyang, which later blossomed into a bustling market district.
Food: Visitors can savor freshly pressed sesame oil and hot hand-cut noodles at the bustling Moran Folk Five-Day Market.
Photo spot: Walking along the Seongnam Sports Complex trail offers great viewpoints to photograph the open sky and massive stadium.
Name: The area was named Jungang to reflect its central location within the district and its aspiration to become a welcoming civic hub.
Photo spot: Climbing the stairway leading toward the heights of Daewon Park reveals sweeping panoramas of city rooftops framed by surrounding mountain ridges.
Name: The village name originated from its location above Daewonsa, an ancient Buddhist temple that once flourished in the valley.
Fun fact: Seongnam Hi-Tech Valley spans across the area, bringing together high-tech manufacturing companies and vibrant research facilities in one place.
Photo spot: Strolling through Sagimakgol Neighborhood Park offers quiet spots to photograph sunlight filtering through trees along a gentle mountain stream.
Food: Visitors can enjoy comforting bowls of warm soup and savory braised pig trotters in traditional restaurants inside Sangdaewon Market.
Photo spot: Benches along the shaded paths of Daewon Park offer scenic backdrops blending refreshing woodland greenery with the surrounding urban neighborhood.
Name: The village was historically called Seommal, meaning island village, because flowing streams encircled the settlement like an island.
Photo spot: The well-paved trails along Yeosucheon Stream offer picturesque backdrops filled with reeds and seasonal wildflowers for casual photography.
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.