Jung District, Administrative district in central Seoul, South Korea.
Jung District is an administrative division in central Seoul, located north of the Han River and encompassing several neighborhoods. The area combines historic sites with modern facilities and serves as an important business and cultural hub of the city.
The district was created in 1943 with Seoul's first zoning and was reorganized in 1975 when several surrounding neighborhoods were added. This restructuring fundamentally shaped the area's current form.
The district is home to several well-known places such as Deoksugung Palace, Namdaemun Market, and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, which draw visitors. These locations shape daily life and serve as important gathering points for locals and tourists.
Seoul Station and multiple subway lines provide good connections for visitors and residents to all parts of the metropolitan area. Public transportation makes it easy to explore the different areas of the district and beyond.
The district houses major financial institutions, government offices, and newspaper headquarters while being the smallest administrative division in Seoul. Despite its compact size, it concentrates a large portion of the city's economic and administrative activities.
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