Jung-gu is one of 5 cities, counties and districts in Ulsan. It has 12 neighborhoods (12 dong) and 202,430 registered residents (September 2026). The most populous neighborhood is Taehwa-dong with 30,712.
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Landmark stamp: Taehwagang Simnidaesup
Flourishing along the riverside in Ulsan, this dense bamboo forest offers a cool, shaded walking path that illuminates beautifully with decorative lights at night.
What to see
Visitors can walk along the path surrounded by dense bamboo trees while listening to the refreshing sound of the wind.
Visitor tip
Walking along the path at night is delightful when the illuminated Milky Way light trail glows softly among the bamboos.
History
Local residents planted bamboo trees along the riverside sandbanks during the Japanese colonial period to prevent frequent river floods.
Food, festivals and stories of Jung-gu
Local food
The Byeongyeong Makchang Alley is widely loved for serving flavorful grilled pork entrails alongside complimentary warm noodle soup.
Festivals
Seongnam-dong hosts the historic Maduhee Festival, where residents gather in the streets to participate in an energetic community tug-of-war.
Local story
Originating from a classic popular song, the folk tale of Ulsan Keun-aegi celebrates a hardworking and charming maiden from Bangu-dong.
Did you know?
Simnidaesup features a dense bamboo grove stretching beside the Taehwa River, providing a peaceful natural sanctuary inside the bustling city.
Neighborhoods of Jung-gu (12)
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Hakseong-dong학성동dong · 10,512 residents
Name: The name traces back to a legend from the Silla period where a divine crane flew in and cried atop the hill.
Story: A rare five-colored camellia tree taken during the Imjin War was returned to its historical home in Hakseong Park from Japan.
Photo spot: You can take scenic photos while walking along the walking trails of Hakseong Park, blooming with cherry blossoms in spring.
Fun fact: Growing from a riverside ferry village where Dongcheon and Taehwagang streams meet, it has transformed into a lively residential neighborhood.
Food: You can enjoy warm gukbap and tasty street snacks at traditional Bangu Market, filled with a friendly neighborhood market atmosphere.
Story: The Joseon-era Ulsan Dongheon government office and the magistrate's official residence are preserved here, reflecting the historic regional administrative center.
Photo spot: Walking along Culture Street allows you to snap cheerful photos alongside adorable sculptures of Ulsan Keunaegi, the city’s symbolic character.
Food: You can sample flavorful street foods and savory grilled hagfish at the vibrant night markets of Jungang Traditional Market.
Fun fact: The area is full of vibrant energy, harmoniously combining long-standing residential quarters with the modern commercial district of Innovation City.
Food: You can enjoy freshly fried savory pancakes and handmade kalguksu noodles tucked away in the cozy alleys of traditional Ujeong Market.
Name: The name originated from Taehwasa Temple, founded by Monk Jajang of the Silla Dynasty after returning from studying in Tang China.
Photo spot: The Milky Way Path in the Simnidae-bat bamboo grove inside Taehwagang National Garden creates fantastic night photos with star-like lights.
Story: Rebuilt upon a scenic river cliff, Taehwaru Pavilion was a historic retreat where classical scholars admired the river and composed poetry.
Story: This historic site once served as the military headquarters commanding the army of the Gyeongsangjwa-do region during the Joseon Dynasty.
Food: The Byeongyeong Makchang Alley, famous for serving flavorful grilled pork intestines alongside complimentary warm kalguksu noodles, bustles every evening.
Story: This is the birthplace where celebrated linguist Oesol Choe Hyeon-bae was born and raised, dedicating his whole life to preserving the Korean alphabet.
Photo spot: Climbing onto the northern ramparts of Byeongyeongseong Fortress offers a wide-open scenic view capturing the modern cityscape and distant mountain ridges.
Story: An ancient agricultural irrigation embankment from the late Three Kingdoms period was unearthed here, showcasing sophisticated historical earthen construction techniques.
Photo spot: Standing on the lawn outside Yaksa-dong Embankment Museum lets you capture dramatic photos of ancient cross-section layers under open skies.
Photo spot: Ascending to Hamwollu Pavilion on Hamwolsan Mountain lets you capture sparkling panoramic night views overlooking the entire Ulsan downtown.
Story: Founded during the reign of King Gyeongsun of Silla by Monk Baekyang, the ancient temple Baegyangsa still rests serenely here.
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.