Uiwang
Uiwang (Korean pronunciation: [ɰi.waŋ]) is a city in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. It is one of many satellite cities that ring Seoul, making up the Seoul Capital Area. Its largest immediate urban neighbor is Anyang. The low peaks of the Gwangju Mountains (including Moraksan) shape the local landscape.
Uiwang
의왕시 | |
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| Korean transcription(s) | |
| • Hangul | 의왕시 |
| • Hanja | 義王市 |
| • Revised Romanization | Uiwang-si |
| • McCune-Reischauer | Ŭiwang-si |
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Flag Emblem of Uiwang | |
Location in South Korea | |
| Country | South Korea |
| Region | Gyeonggi Province (Sudogwon) |
| Administrative divisions | 6 dong |
| Area | |
| • Total | 53.46 km2 (20.64 sq mi) |
| Population (Dec. 2014) | |
| • Total | 158,482 |
| • Density | 2,964.5/km2 (7,678/sq mi) |
| • Dialect | Seoul |
Rail transportation is important in Uiwang, which is home to the Korean Railroad Museum and Korea National Railroad College. Seoul Subway Line 1 passes through the city, as does the Gyeongbu Line. In addition, a terminal of Hanjin container shipping is located here.
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