Seongbuk District, Northern administrative district in Seoul, South Korea
Seongbuk is an administrative district in northern Seoul covering about 24 square kilometers with numerous smaller neighborhoods. The area combines modern urban infrastructure with older residential sections and cultural institutions.
The district received its current status in 1949 and was formed from sections of neighboring areas. This administrative reorganization helped manage rapidly growing Seoul more effectively.
The district hosts Buddhist temples and traditional Korean houses that reflect the region's religious and architectural heritage. You can see how these spaces remain woven into the daily rhythms of people who live here.
The district is accessible via Metro Lines 4 and 6, which connect it with other parts of the city. Public transportation is well developed, making it easy to explore different neighborhoods.
The Korea Furniture Museum displays traditional Korean furniture pieces in historically styled buildings scattered across its grounds. The collection offers insight into old craftsmanship and designs that were preserved across Korean generations.
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