Bucheon

Bucheon is a densely populated city situated between Seoul and Incheon that functions as a regional hub. The city has developed into a center for transportation, manufacturing, and residential growth in northwestern South Korea.

Bucheon was founded in 1914 when areas from Incheon and Bupyeong County were merged together. This administrative joining became the foundation for its growth into a modern industrial city.

The Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival takes place each July and attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world. This event has become an important gathering for fantasy and science fiction films.

Public transportation consists of extensive bus networks and two Seoul Metropolitan Subway lines that connect the city to neighboring areas. Visitors can use these networks to move around the broader region with ease.

The city has historically strong ties to peach cultivation, while simultaneously developing into a center for animation production and technological manufacturing. This dual focus makes it an unusual location that blends traditional farming with modern industries.

Location: Gyeonggi Province

Elevation above the sea: 16 m

Part of: Middle Gyeonggi

Website: http://bucheon.go.kr

GPS coordinates: 37.49889,126.78306

Latest update: December 17, 2025 08:36