Myeong-dong
Neighborhood in Seoul, South Korea / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Myeong-dong[lower-alpha 1] (Korean: 명동; Hanja: 明洞; lit. 'bright neighborhood') is a dong (neighborhood) in Jung District, Seoul, South Korea between Chungmu-ro, Eulji-ro, and Namdaemun-ro.
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Myeongdong | |
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Korean transcription(s) | |
• Hangul | 명동 |
• Hanja | 明洞 |
• Revised Romanization | Myeong-dong |
• McCune–Reischauer | Myŏng-dong |
City | Seoul |
Area | |
• Total | 0.99 km2 (0.38 sq mi) |
Population (2013) | |
• Total | 3,320 |
• Density | 3,400/km2 (8,700/sq mi) |
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It is known for being one of Seoul's main shopping, parade route, and tourism districts.[1] In 2011, 2012, and 2013, Myeongdong was listed as the ninth most expensive shopping street in the world.[2][3][4] The area is known for its two historically significant sites, namely the Myeongdong Cathedral and the Myeongdong Theater. Performances at Myeongdong Nanta Theater are popular.[5]
It covers 0.99 km² with a population of 3,409.[citation needed]