Suwon-si

Suwon is a city in the southern central part of Gyeonggi-do. As the provincial capital, it is the political, economic and administration center of Gyeonggi-do.
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Places of Interest

Highlights include Suwon World Cup Stadium and Suwon Station.

Stadium
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The is a football stadium located in , South Korea. It has been home of the K League 2 team Suwon Samsung Bluewings since 2001. The capacity of the stadium is 44,031.

Railway station
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is a railway station in the city of , . The station was completely redeveloped in 2002 and 2003, and is now integrated with the Aekyung Shopping Mall.

Railway station
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Station is a metro station located in , Yeongtong-gu, , Gyeonggi-do, . It is the only overground station in the line and built on the train depot.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Gwanggyo and Uiwang.

is a modern and bustling city located in the heart of South Korea's Gyeonggi Province. With its blend of cutting-edge architecture, lush green spaces, and a rich cultural heritage, offers travelers a diverse range of experiences.

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is a small city in southern Province, forming part of the ring of satellite cities around Seoul. Wedged between Anyang and Suwon and backed by the low peaks of the Gwangju mountain range, it is largely residential while also offering easy access to nearby parks and trails.

Suwon-si

Latitude
37.2859° or 37° 17′ 9″ north
Longitude
127.0099° or 127° 0′ 36″ east
Population
1,160,000
Elevation
62 metres (203 feet)
Open location code
8Q9972P5+8X
Geo­Names ID
1835551
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In Other Languages

From Chinese to Korean—“Suwon-si” goes by many names.
  • Chinese: “水原市”
  • Japanese: “水原市”
  • Korean: “Suwŏn-si” (historical)
  • Korean: “수원”
  • Korean: “수원시”

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Localities in the Area

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Notable Places Nearby

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