- This article is about a city in the Republic of Korea. For the Chinese city of Anyang, see Anyang's article.
Anyang ( cor. 안양시 ? , 安 養 市? , Anyang-si) is a city in Gyeonggi-do Province, Republic of Korea . Located 20 kilometers south of Seoul . Connects with Seoul via the subway . It borders with Ansan , Incheon and Gwangmyeon in the west, Suwon in the southeast and Gwacheon in the northeast. In Anyang, the old city is usually distinguished around the Anyang and Pyeongchang metro stations - a more modern part of the city located somewhat south.
| City | |||
| Anyan | |||
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| 안양시 安 養 市 | |||
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| A country |  The Republic of Korea | ||
| Provinces | Gyeonggi-do | ||
| Internal division | 2 gu | ||
| The mayor | Choi Deho | ||
| History and Geography | |||
| First mention | 415 | ||
| City with | 1973 | ||
| Square | 58.5 km² | ||
| Height above sea level | |||
| Climate type | monsoon | ||
| Timezone | UTC + 9 | ||
| Population | |||
| Population | 620 279 people ( 2008 ) | ||
| Density | 10603 people / km² | ||
| Official language | Korean | ||
| Digital identifiers | |||
| Telephone code | +82 31 | ||
| Postal codes | 430010-431908 | ||
| Other | |||
| Flower symbol | Forsythia | ||
| Symbol tree | ginkgo | ||
| Animal symbol | eagle | ||
| anyang.go.kr (cor.) (English) (Japanese) (Chinese) | |||
Content
History
City History
Human settlements in Anyang appeared in the Bronze Age . In 1988, archaeological excavations revealed to the world many dolmens belonging to the times of the Samhan tribal unions. In 475, the village of Yulmok, located on the territory of modern Anyang , became famous. At that time it was the territory of the state of Goguryeo . During the Koryo dynasty, there was the city of Kwaju, renamed Gwacheon during the Joseon period. Anyan received the modern name in 1941 . After the Korean War, Anyang developed very dynamically and in 1973 received the status of a city ("si"). In 1992, the borders of Anyang became what they are now known. [one]
Name Origin
The name "Anyan" refers to the temple of Anyans, founded by the founder of Koryo, Van Gong ( 877 - 943 ). In Buddhism, Anyang means a land of happiness where everyone can find peace.
Geography
Anyang is a strategic transportation point lying at the crossroads of seven cities - Seoul , Gwacheon , Yivan , Kunpo , Ansan , Gwangmyeon and Siheung . In the east, Anyang borders on Gwacheon and Yivan , in the west - with Gwangmyeon and Sikhin , in the south - with Kunpo and in the north - with Seoul. The landscape is predominantly mountainous: the city is surrounded by the mountains of Kwanaksan , Surisan and Samsonsan , which form the oval-shaped valley in which Anyan is located. The river system is formed by several tributaries of the large Hangan River. The surrounding area is suitable for farming. The average annual temperature is 12.3 ℃, the average annual rainfall is 1198 mm, two thirds of the total rainfall falls during the rainy season (from June to August). [2]
Administrative Division
Anyan is administratively divided into 2 gu (ku) and 31 don (tone): [3]
| County | Area | Hangul | Area, km² | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manangu (만안구) | Anyang-goodon | 안양 9 동 | 6.42 | 17,470 |
| Anyan idon | 안양 2 동 | 1.77 | 27 031 | |
| Anyan-Ildon | 안양 1 동 | 0.60 | 10 989 | |
| Anyan-odon | 안양 5 동 | 0.50 | 15 905 | |
| Anyang Pkhaldon | 안양 8 동 | 1.14 | 15,339 | |
| Anyan Sadon | 안양 4 동 | 0.31 | 8 351 | |
| Anyan Samdon | 안양 3 동 | 1,02 | 20 832 | |
| Anyang Chhildon | 안양 7 동 | 1.05 | 20 856 | |
| Anyang Yukton | 안양 6 동 | 1.47 | 18 616 | |
| Pactal idon | 박달 2 동 | 6.90 | 21 195 | |
| Pactal Ildon | 박달 1 동 | 0.93 | 20,899 | |
| Soxu-idon | 석수 2 동 | 3.43 | 30 541 | |
| Soxu Ildon | 석수 1 동 | 10.33 | 9 016 | |
| Soxu Samdon | 석수 3 동 | 0.69 | 17 302 | |
| Tonangu (동안구) | Calsandon | 갈산동 | 12 520 | |
| Gwangyang Idon | 관양 2 동 | 17 617 | ||
| Gwangyang-yldon | 관양 1 동 | 28 987 | ||
| Quiindon | 귀인동 | 18 678 | ||
| Pisan idon | 비산 2 동 | 11 277 | ||
| Pisan Ildon | 비산 1 동 | 28 232 | ||
| Pisan Samdon | 비산 3 동 | 27 220 | ||
| Popcadon | 범계동 | 17,730 | ||
| Purimdon | 부림동 | 28,061 | ||
| Puchyndon | 부흥동 | 20 207 | ||
| Pyeongandong | 평안동 | 27 970 | ||
| Pyeongchang | 평촌동 | 16,790 | ||
| Synchondon | 신촌동 | 15 232 | ||
| Tarandon | 달안동 | 13 858 | ||
| Hoge-idon | 호계 2 동 | 29 138 | ||
| Hoge Ildon | 호계 1 동 | 18 362 | ||
| Hoge Samdon | 호계 3 동 | 25,580 |
Tourism and Attractions
- The Buddhist temples of the Alliance , Bulguns and Sammaks , which contain objects included in the list of national treasures of Korea . [four]
- Mayan Annian Arts Festival May Passes since 1992. [five]
- The symbols of fertility in the vicinity of the Sammax temple are stones that, as a result of erosion , have taken the form of genital organs. Since ancient times, have been a place of pilgrimage and prayer for Koreans suffering from infertility. [6]
Symbols
Like other cities and counties of the Republic of Korea, Anyang has a number of characters: [7]
- Tree: gingko - symbolizes the high standard of living and prosperity of the city.
- Bird: eagle - symbolizes the strong spirit of the townspeople.
- Flower: Forsythia - symbolizes the power and strength of the city and its inhabitants.
- Mascot : Phodongi grape - is the personification of the main sector of agriculture of Anyang - grape growing .
Higher Education
Anyang higher education institutions include:
- Anyang Technical College
- Anyang University
- Tehan Higher Theological School
- Tarim College
- Songol University .
Twin Cities
List of twin cities of Anyang according to the official website: [8]
- Komaki (Aichi Prefecture ) Japan - since 1986 .
- Hampton ( Virginia ), USA - c 1989 .
- Garden Grove ( California ), USA - since 1989 .
- Weifang ( Shandong Province ), China - since 1995 .
- Ulan-Ude (Republic of Buryatia ), Russia - since 1997 .
- Naucalpan de Juarez (state of Mexico ), Mexico - since 1997 .
- Sorocaba (state of Sao Paulo ), Brazil - since 1997 .
- Tokorozawa ( Saitama Prefecture ) Japan - since 1998 .
Famous residents
- Kang Che Gyu , South Korean film director and screenwriter
- Kim Suk Jin , member of the South Korean BangTan Boys ( BTS )
- Ji Chan Wook, South Korean actor, singer
- Kim John Cook, Turbo Pepper, Actor, Runnig Man Regular Member
- Shin Ho Suk, member of the South Korean group " Monsta X "
- Kim Min-gyu, member of the South Korean SEVENTEEN band
- Kim Jennie (Jennie), a member of the South Korean group " BLACKPINK "
See also
- Cities of the Republic of Korea
Notes
- ↑ The story of Anyan. (eng.) . Date of treatment January 27, 2010. Archived February 9, 2012.
- ↑ Geography of Anyang. (eng.) . Date of treatment January 27, 2010. Archived February 9, 2012.
- ↑ Administrative division of Anyang. (cor.) . Date of treatment January 25, 2010. Archived on February 9, 2012.
- ↑ Historical and cultural heritage in Anyang. (eng.) . Date of treatment January 27, 2010. Archived February 9, 2012.
- ↑ Festivals of Anyang. (eng.) . Date of treatment January 27, 2010. Archived February 9, 2012.
- ↑ Eight Wonders of Anyang. (eng.) . Date of treatment January 27, 2010. Archived February 9, 2012.
- ↑ Symbols of Anyan. (eng.) . Date of treatment January 27, 2010. Archived February 9, 2012.
- ↑ Twin cities of Anyang. (eng.) . Date of treatment January 27, 2010. Archived February 9, 2012.