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Busan
Busan (), officially Busan Metropolitan City, is South Korea's second list of cities in South Korea by population, most populous city after Seoul, with a population of over 3.3 million as of 2024. Formerly romanized as Pusan, it is the economic, cultural and educational center of southeastern South Korea, with its port being South Korea's busiest and the sixth-busiest in the world. The surrounding "Southeastern Maritime Industrial Region" (including Ulsan, South Gyeongsang Province, South Gyeongsang, Daegu, and part of North Gyeongsang Province, North Gyeongsang and South Jeolla Province, South Jeolla) is South Korea's largest industrial area. The large volumes of port traffic and urban population in excess of 1 million make Busan a Large-Port metropolis using the Southampton System of Port-City classification. As of 2019, Busan Port is the primary port in Korea and the world's sixth-largest container port. Busan is divided into 15 major administrative districts and a single co ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Busanjin-gu
Busanjin District () is a ''Subdivisions of South Korea, gu'' in central Busan, South Korea. It has an area of 29.7 km2, and a population of about 410,000. The name is sometimes abbreviated locally as "Jin-gu". Busanjin District is home to a major shopping, entertainment, and business area called Seomyeon, Busan, Seomyeon. Administrative divisions Busanjin District is divided into 11 legal ''dong'', which altogether comprise 20 administrative ''dong'', as follows: *Bujeon-dong (釜田洞; 2 administrative ''dong'') *Beomjeon-dong (凡田洞; part of the administrative Bujeon 1(il)-dong) *Yeonji-dong (蓮池洞) *Choeup-dong (草邑洞) *Yangjeong-dong (楊亭洞; 2 administrative ''dong'') *Jeonpo-dong (田浦洞; 2 administrative ''dong'') *Buam-dong, Busan, Buam-dong (釜岩洞; 2 administrative ''dong'') *Danggam-dong (堂甘洞; 3 administrative ''dong'') *Gaya-dong (伽倻洞; 2 administrative ''dong'') *Gaegeum-dong (開琴洞; 3 administrative ''dong'') *Beomcheo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Haeundae-gu
Haeundae District () is a district ( ''gu'') of Busan, South Korea. Haeundae has a population of about 423,000, the most populous district of Busan with 11.6% of the city population, and covers an area of 51.44 km² (19.86 sq mi) in eastern Busan. Haeundae became a division of Busan Metropolitan City in 1976 and attained the status of district in 1980. Haeundae is linked to Busan Subway Line 2 and train stations on the Donghae Nambu railway line. History Haeundae takes its name from the ninth century Silla scholar and poet Ch'oe Ch'i-wŏn (literary name Haeun, or "Sea and Clouds"), who, according to a historical account, admired the view from the beach and built a pavilion nearby. A piece of Ch'oe's calligraphy, which he engraved on a rock at Haeundae, still exists. On Haeundae Dongbaek Island, there is a statue of Ch'oe Ch'i-wŏn, a Confucian scholar of the Unified Silla Period, and a monument. During the reign of Queen Jinseong during the Unified Silla Period, Ch'o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Suh Byung-soo
Suh Byung-soo (; born 9 January 1952) is a South Korean politician who served as the mayor of Busan from 2014 to 2018. He previously served as the National Assembly (South Korea), Member of the National Assembly for Haeundae District, Haeundae-Gijang County, Gijang 1st constituency from 2002 to 2014 and the as the mayor of Haeundae from 2000 to 2002. A member of the conservatism, conservative People Power Party (South Korea), People Power Party, Suh was elected the Mayor of Busan 2014 South Korean local elections, on 4 June 2014, defeating the independent politician, independent candidate Oh Keo-don. 2018 South Korean local elections, In 2018, he ran for re-election but lost to Oh, who ran under the Democratic Party (South Korea, 2015), Democratic banner. Early life Suh Byung-soo was born in 1952, in the town of Daun-dong, Daun, Ulsan, South Gyeongsang Province, South Gyeongsang (now Daun-dong, Central District (Ulsan), Central District, Ulsan), to the son of Suh Seok-in (di ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Park Heong-joon
Park Heong-joon (; born 19 January 1960) is a South Korean journalist, educator, and politician who has served as the mayor of Busan since 2021. A member of the People Power Party, he was a professor of the Sociology Department and Graduate School of International Studies at Dong-A University from 1991 to 2021. Park represented the Grand National Party (GNP) in the National Assembly as the Member for Suyeong from 2004 until in 2008, when he was defeated by the Independent candidate Yoo Jae-jung, who later returned to the GNP. Though he lost again to Yoo in 2012, he served as the Secretary-General of the National Assembly from 2014 to 2016. He also served as the Senior Secretary to the President for Political Affairs from 2009 to 2010 under President Lee Myung-bak. He was elected as Mayor of Busan in the 2021 by-election, a day before that was provoked following the resignation of Oh Keo-don due to allegations of sexual harassment. He successfully defeated the Democrat ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Geumjeong-gu
Geumjeong District () is a district in north central Busan, South Korea. Approximately 7.3% of Busan's population is in Geumjeong District. The Hoedong Reservoir is located on the district's eastern boundary, and the mountain Geumjeongsan on the west. Because of this, 75% of the district's land is restricted from residential development. The district's population is concentrated in the valley of the Oncheoncheon stream, a tributary of the Suyeonggang. Notable landmarks include Beomeosa, a Buddhist temple dating to the Silla dynasty, and Geumjeongsan, the mountain which overlooks much of the district. Geumjeongsan is topped by the walls of the Geumjeongsanseong, which were built in the Joseon period. Several colleges and universities are located in Geumjeong District. The most prominent of these is Pusan National University. Geumjeong District serves as a nexus of transit connections between central Busan and the rest of Korea. The northern end of Busan Subway Li ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mayor Of Busan
The mayor of Busan () is the head of the local government of Busan who is elected to a four-year term. List of mayors Appointed mayors (before 1995) From 1946 to 1995, the Mayor of Busan was appointed by the President of South Korea, President of the Republic of Korea. Directly elected mayors (1995–present) Since 1995, under provisions of the revised Local Government Act, the Mayor of Busan is elected by direct election. Elections Source: 1995 1998 2002 2004 (by-election) 2006 2010 2014 2018 2021 (by-election) 2022 See also *Government of South Korea *Politics of South Korea References {{Mayors of Busan Lists of mayors of places in South Korea, Busan Mayors of Busan, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Buk-gu, Busan
Buk District () is a ''Subdivisions of South Korea, gu'' (district) in north-central Busan, South Korea. The district is 39.37 square kilometers with a population of 275,773 as of 2023. It was established as a ''gu'' in 1978. Administrative divisions Buk District is divided into 5 legal ''dong'' and further subdivided into 13 administrative ''dong'' as follows: * Gupo-dong (3 administrative ''dong'') * Geumgok-dong, Busan, Geumgok-dong * Hwamyeong-dong (3 administrative ''dong'') * Deckcheon-dong (3 administrative ''dong'') * Mandeok-dong, Busan, Mandeok-dong (3 administrative ''dong'') Sister cities * Qingdao, Jiaozhou, China Notable people * Han Seung-woo: singer-songwriter, rapper, dancer, member of Victon * Jungkook: singer-songwriter, member of BTS See also * Geography of South Korea * Subdivisions of South Korea References External links Buk-gu website (in English) Buk District, Busan, Districts of Busan {{Busan-geo-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gangseo-gu, Busan
Gangseo District () is a '' gu'' on the west side of Nakdong River in Busan, South Korea. It has an area of 179.05 km2, and a population of about 66,000; it has a lower population density than Gijang County of Busan. Gangseo-gu was part of Buk-gu from its creation in 1978 to 1989 when it became an independent ''gu''. Gangseo-gu is the westernmost ''gu'' in Busan and it shares a common borders with Gimhae on its north-west side and Jinhae District, Changwon Changwon (; ) is the capital and largest city of South Gyeongsang Province, South Korea (with a population of 1,025,702 ), and the 11th largest city of the South Korea, country. A port city, Changwon is bordered by Masan Bay to the south, and the ... on its south-west side. Gangseo-gu is the birthplace of the Gaya civilization. Gimhae International Airport, Heungguk Temple, Myeongwol Temple, as well as the Eulsukdo bird sanctuary are located in Gangseo-gu. Administrative divisions Gangseo-gu is divided into ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dongnae-gu
Dongnae District () is a '' gu'' (district) in central Busan, South Korea. Administrative divisions It has a population of about 300,000, and an area of 16.7 square kilometers. It was once a separate city, the principal port of southeastern Korea. Numerous historical relics are preserved in the area. This district is well known for the dish '' pajeon''. DongRaeGu is also the ID for the Korean ''StarCraft II'' pro gamer, Park Soo-ho. Due to his success in events such as the Global StarCraft II League and Major League Gaming, he was recognized by the town and was allowed to officially represent the town by being able to place a badge on his uniform. Dongnae District is divided into seven legal ''dong'', which altogether comprise 14 administrative ''dong'', as follows: * Allak-dong (2 administrative ''dong'') * Boksan-dong * Myeongjang-dong (2 administrative ''dong'') * Myeongnyun-dong (2 administrative ''dong'') * Oncheon-dong (3 administrative ''dong'') * Sajik-dong (3 admi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Haeundae Beach
Haeundae Beach () is an urban beach in Busan, South Korea, located in the eponymous Haeundae District. It is one of Busan's most popular tourist attractions and one of South Korea's most popular beaches. It is open around the year, and hosts a variety of events, including the Haeundae Sand Festival and Busan International Film Festival. Description Haeundae Beach is considered one of the most famous beaches in Korea, attracting over 10 million visitors every season. It can accommodate around 120,000 people. The sandy portion of the beach is long and wide. It has a parking lot that is handicap accessible. Its average depth is 1m. In 2008, the beach set the Guinness World Records for most beach umbrellas: 7,937. Events Various festivals are held there throughout the year. Since 1988, the Polar Bear Festival () has been held annually in January. During the event, several thousand people bathe in the beach's near-freezing water. There is also Haeundae Sand Festival, the only ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Busan Metropolitan Council
The Busan Metropolitan Council () is the local council of Busan, South Korea. There is a total of 47 members, with 42 members elected in the First-past-the-post voting system and 5 members elected in Party-list proportional representation. Current composition Negotiation groups can be formed by five or more members. There are currently two negotiation groups in the council, formed by the Democratic Party of Korea and the Liberty Korea Party. Organization The structure of Council consists of: *Chairman *Two Vice Chairmen *Standing Committees **Steering Committee **Plannung and Administration Committee **Economy and Culture Committee **Welfare and Environmental Committee **Maritime Affairs and Transportation Committee **Urban Safety Committee **Education Committee *Special Committee **Special Committee on Buddet & Accounts **Special Committee on Ethics **Special Committee on Decentralization **Special Committee on Local Economy *Council Secretariat **Secretary General ***Gene ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ha Tae-keung
Ha Tae-keung (, born 26 April 1968) is a South Korean activist and politician who is currently a member of National Assembly representing the 1st constituency of Haeundae District, Busan. He has served as Vice President of the Bareun Party, a Vice President of the Bareunmirae Party, and one of the co-Presidents of the New Conservative Party. Biography Ha Tae-keung was born in Busan in 1968. During the military dictatorship of Chun Doo-hwan, Ha was a pro-democracy activist. During the early 1990s, he was a member of the National University Students Association (NUSA), which also included members Lim Soo-kyung and Im Jong-seok. Ha was detained in 1991 on charges of breaching the National Security Act. He returned to his activist career after released in 1993. During the 2000s, Ha was interested in North Korean human rights, which he often did activism for. In 2011, Ha received Human Rights Award of Korea. Political career In 2011, Ha joined the conservative Grand Nati ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
