Yanghwa bridge

The Yanghwa Bridge, formerly known as the Second Hangang Bridge, is an eight lane bridge spanning the Han River in Seoul, South Korea. The bridge connects Mapo District on the north side of the river to Yeongdeungpo District on the south side of the river.

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Type: Bridge
Description: bridge in Seoul, South Korea
Also known as: “Yanghwa Bridge”

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Dangsan-cheolgyo and Seonyudo.

Dangsan-cheolgyo

Bridge

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The Dangsan Railway Bridge is a railway bridge that crosses the Han River in Seoul. It is used exclusively by Seoul Subway Line 2. Immediately on the south side of the bridge is Dangsan Station in Yeongdeungpo District, which is on an elevated platform. Dangsan-cheolgyo is situated 340 metres east of Yanghwa bridge.

Seonyudo

Islet

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Seonyudo is an island in the Han River in Seoul, South Korea. There is a Seonyudo park all over the island. The total area of the island is 0.11 km2. Seonyudo Park is an ecological park that meets the Yanghwa Bridge.

Jeoldusan Martyrs‘ Shrine

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Jeoldu-san is a rocky promontory overlooking the Han River in the district of Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea. A public memorial shrine is located at a historic ferry landing next to Yanghwajin Foreigners' Cemetery. Jeoldusan Martyrs‘ Shrine is situated 760 metres east of Yanghwa bridge.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Hapjeong-dong and Hongdae Street.

Hapjeong-dong

Quarter

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Hapjeong-dong is a dong of Mapo District, Seoul, South Korea.

Hongdae Street

Neighborhood

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Hongdae is a neighborhood in Mapo District, Seoul, South Korea, near Hongik University, after which it is named. The neighborhood is known for its urban arts and indie music culture, local shops, clubs, cafés and entertainment.