Dongjak-gu

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Dongjak-gu
Hangul:	동작구
Hanja:	銅雀區
Revised Romanization:	Dongjak-gu
Statistics
Area:	16.35 km²
Population:	404,872
Pop. density:	24,762 people/km²
Administrative divisions:	20 administrative dong

The emblem of Dongjak-gu

Dongjak-gu is one of the 25 gu which make up the city of Seoul, South Korea. Its name was derived from the Dongjaegi Naruteo Ferry, located on the Han River which borders the district to the north. It was the 17th gu crated in Seoul, after being separated from Gwanak-gu on April 1, 1980.

1 Symbols
2 Education
3 Places of Interest
4 Administrative Divisions
5 External links

[edit] Symbols

The main symbol of Dongjak-gu is the Snowy Heron. A cartoon character named Roya, a baby snowy-heron, can be seen on signs, banners, and even light poles throughout the gu. According to the official website, use of the snowy heron is meant to symbolize the "clean, beautiful and noble spirit" of Dongjak's people. The emblem, found at most official buildings, depicts the snowy heron soaring into the sky.

[edit] Education

Dongjak-gu is home to Chongshin University, a campus of Chung-Ang University, and Soongsil University.

[edit] Places of Interest

There are many notable sights in Dongjak-gu. The most famous is the National Cemetery, located in Dongjak-dong. Additionally, several temples are located throughout the ward. The Noryangjin Fish Market is also notable, as almost half of the fish brought to the city comes through here.