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Yongsan-gu, Seoul

Yongsan-gu is one of 25 cities, counties and districts in Seoul. It has 16 neighborhoods (16 dong) and 199,192 registered residents (September 2026). The most populous neighborhood is Ichon 1-dong with 24,925.

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Landmark stamp: War Memorial of Korea

This national memorial exhibits historical military artifacts, educational indoor displays, and retired aircraft across extensive grounds to commemorate the country's military history.

History: This memorial was established to honor patriotic sacrifices and remind future generations about the enduring importance of peace.
What to see: The spacious outdoor exhibition area features real aircraft, armored tanks, and retired military equipment used in historical conflicts.
Visitor tip: Its broad outdoor plaza provides an open and calm atmosphere suitable for family strolls and thoughtful conversations.

Food, festivals and stories of Yongsan-gu

Local food: Along the Itaewon World Food Street, visitors can discover and taste authentic dishes from various cultures across the globe.
On screen: The popular K-drama Itaewon Class filmed its energetic scenes of passionate young entrepreneurs across the vibrant streets of Itaewon.
Did you know?: Standing atop Namsan Mountain, the N Seoul Tower offers panoramic views overlooking the sprawling cityscape of Seoul.

Neighborhoods of Yongsan-gu (16)

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Huam-dong후암동dong · 15,540 residents

Name: The name originates from Duteopbawi, a large, thick rock that historically stood in this quiet hillside neighborhood.
Photo spot: The 108 Stairs below Namsan offer picturesque views of historic alleys complemented by a unique incline elevator.

Yongsan 2-ga-dong용산2가동dong · 8,338 residents

Fun fact: Displaced people from the north settled along the slopes of Namsan after national liberation, establishing the iconic Haebangchon village.
Photo spot: Ascending to rooftop cafes in Sinheung Market rewards visitors with sweeping panoramic views of central Seoul and Namsan Seoul Tower.

Namyeong-dong남영동dong · 7,034 residents

Name: The neighborhood took its name from a historic military camp stationed south of Namdaemun gate during the Joseon Dynasty.
Food: The lively food alley near Sookmyung Women's University Station gathers longstanding restaurants famous for serving savory steaks and budae-jjigae.

Cheongpa-dong청파동dong · 18,755 residents

Name: The poetic name Cheongpa, meaning blue hill, originated from the lush green ridges that gracefully rolled over the historic neighborhood.
Story: Legend preserves the former home site of Maeng Sa-seong, a famously incorruptible high prime minister of the early Joseon period.

Wonhyoro 1-dong원효로1동dong · 17,060 residents

Food: Passionate young entrepreneurs transformed the printing factory alleys of Yeoljeongdo into a vibrant district filled with popular eateries.
Fun fact: Vintage printing factories and traditional residences coexist alongside charming neighborhood shops tucked away inside quaint winding alleys.

Wonhyoro 2-dong원효로2동dong · 13,286 residents

Name: The neighborhood derived its current administrative name from Wonhyo, the prominent Buddhist master of the ancient Silla Kingdom.
Photo spot: Inside the hill campus of Seongsim Girls' High School, the historic Yongsan Theological Seminary stands with remarkable brick architecture.

Hyochang-dong효창동dong · 10,354 residents

Name: This area received its title from Hyochangwon, the royal tomb complex originally built for Prince Munhyo, son of King Jeongjo.
Story: Hyochang Park reverently preserves the historic resting grounds of Kim Koo and other patriots who fought for national independence.

Yongmun-dong용문동dong · 11,005 residents

Name: The neighborhood was formed by combining letters from historic Yongsan and the neighboring village of Mun-ri during administrative restructuring.
Food: Historic Yongmun Market attracts food lovers with hearty hangover soup and savory pork trotters along bustling traditional market stalls.

Hangangno-dong한강로동dong · 20,811 residents

Photo spot: The spacious plaza in front of Yongsan Station and open lawns of Yongsan Park provide wonderful vistas of modern urban Seoul.
Food: The historic daegu-tang alley near Samgakji serves piping hot, spicy codfish stew that has comforted locals for decades.

Ichon 1-dong이촌1동dong · 24,925 residents

Story: Local folklore tells that villagers repeatedly relocated homes during summer floods, inspiring the Chinese character meaning moving village.
Photo spot: Spacious riverside lawns in the park offer fantastic photography spots capturing Nodeulseom Island and trains crossing Hangang Railway Bridge.

Ichon 2-dong이촌2동dong · 7,680 residents

Photo spot: The historic railroad crossing known as Baekbin Crosswalk offers a nostalgic atmosphere reminiscent of classic retro cinema.
Fun fact: Nestled west of Hangangdaegyo Bridge, this riverside neighborhood blends tranquil apartment blocks with vintage train tracks running along the river.

Itaewon 1-dong이태원1동dong · 5,353 residents

Name: The neighborhood takes its name from Itaewon, a historic government post station that provided lodging for travelers during the Joseon Dynasty.
Food: The World Food Street offers an extraordinary culinary journey featuring authentic dishes from Turkey, Mexico, Italy, and beyond.

Itaewon 2-dong이태원2동dong · 8,337 residents

Photo spot: Walking along Gyeongnidan-gil on the foot of Namsan reveals charming independent cafes and scenic views overlooking the city.
Fun fact: The hillside street became widely known as Gyeongnidan-gil because the Army Finance Corps was historically stationed at its entrance.

Hannam-dong한남동dong · 13,619 residents

Name: The name was harmoniously created by blending characters from the scenic Hangang River and the majestic mountain Namsan.
Photo spot: The outdoor sculpture garden at Leeum Museum of Art seamlessly blends celebrated contemporary sculptures with the wooded slopes of Namsan.

Seobinggo-dong서빙고동dong · 12,135 residents

Name: The district is named after the western royal ice storehouse that preserved frozen Han River ice blocks during the Joseon Dynasty.
Story: Historic rituals known as Sahanje were performed here to honor the river god before harvesting and distributing stored winter ice blocks.

Bogwang-dong보광동dong · 4,960 residents

Name: The area took its name from Bogwangsa Temple, an ancient Buddhist temple reputed to have been founded during the Silla Kingdom.
Photo spot: Located along Usadan-gil, the Seoul Central Mosque stands out with its grand domes and minarets offering an exotic architectural vista.

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.