Banpobon-dong

Jamwon-dong is a dong of , , South Korea. Until 1988, Jamwon-dong was under the jurisdiction of . Jamwon-dong is popular for its mulberry trees and silkworms, whose cocoon is used to make fabric for clothing.
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Places of Interest

Highlights include National Museum of Korea and Banpo Bridge.

Museum
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The is the flagship museum of Korean history and art in South Korea. Since its establishment in 1945, the museum has been committed to various studies and research activities in the fields of archaeology, history, and art, continuously developing a variety of exhibitions and education programs.

Bridge
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The is a major bridge for vehicular traffic over the in central , South Korea. It is a double-decked bridge, and is above the pedestrian Jamsu Bridge.

Railway station
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is a station in , on Seoul Subway Line 4 and the Gyeongui–Jungang Line. This station is the closest to the , situated in the interior of Yongsan Family Park.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include South Seoul and Yongsan.

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Dongjak, Gwanak and Geumcheon are districts of south of the Han River. is a largely residential and educational region characterized by university districts, hillside neighborhoods, and industrial redevelopment zones.

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is in 's geographic center, sandwiched between Seoul's two major cultural and economic centers, Gangnam and Jongno/Jung. The main area of interest here for travelers is Itaewon, the most international and foreigner-friendly neighborhood in Seoul, and one of the only places where you can find authentic Mexican, Turkish, Middle Eastern, and Indian food on the entire peninsula.

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Gangnam and Seocho are districts in . Gangnam and Seocho are the bustling centers of modern Seoul, which is famous for their luxurious shopping, vibrant night views, and major business headquarters.

Banpobon-dong

Latitude
37.5035° or 37° 30′ 13″ north
Longitude
126.9857° or 126° 59′ 8″ east
Elevation
24 metres (79 feet)
Open location code
8Q98GX3P+C7
Geo­Names ID
8692560
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In Other Languages

“Banpobon-dong” goes by many names.
  • Korean: “반포본동”

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