Jegi-dong

Jegi-dong
Korean transcription(s)
 • Hangul제기동
 • Hanja祭基洞
 • Revised RomanizationJegi-dong
 • McCune–ReischauerChegi-dong
Dongdaemun Jegi-dong Community Service Center
Dongdaemun Jegi-dong Community Service Center
Jegi-dong in Dongdaemun District
Jegi-dong in Dongdaemun District
Coordinates: 37°34′51″N 127°02′11″E / 37.58095°N 127.03644°E / 37.58095; 127.03644
CountrySouth Korea
Area
 • Total
1.17 km2 (0.45 sq mi)
Population
 (2013)[1]
 • Total
27,560
 • Density23,600/km2 (61,000/sq mi)

Jegi-dong (Korean제기동) is a dong (neighborhood) of Dongdaemun District, Seoul, South Korea.[2]

Overview

Jegi-dong is an area of Dongdaemun District. It is known for its traditional markets, Gyeongdong Market and Dongseo Market. You can find a wide variety of dried herbs and substances used for Korean traditional medicine.

Near exit 2 of Jegi-dong station, there are a variety of buffet style restaurants. Patrons are able to purchase a filling meal for prices that range from 6900 won for pork to 9500 won for beef. Some restaurants also include a serving of bulgogi in the allotted price.

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