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Geographical & Cultural Overview

Gwangju, a significant locality within South Korea, offers a unique geographical and cultural profile. This city, known internationally by its standardized name Gwangju, serves as a key point of interest in its region.

Location & Topography

Positioned at latitude 35.15472 and longitude 126.91556, the city's precise coordinates place it distinctly on the world map. Its digital elevation model indicates an average altitude of 47 meters, shaping the area's physical character.

Demographics & Significance

As a community of approximately 1,416,938 people, Gwangju holds a specific demographic weight within its administrative area. Its official designation as a PPLA underscores its importance in the regional hierarchy.

Administrative Structure

Administratively, the city falls under the primary jurisdiction of 18. It is further organized within the subdivision, which helps to define its local governance and services.

Historical & Linguistic Heritage

The rich history of the region is reflected in the variety of names used for the city over time. In addition to its primary name, it is also recognized as Gouanjou, Gwangju, Gwangju Kong-hek-chhi, each name offering a glimpse into its linguistic and cultural heritage.

Time Zone & Scheduling

All local activities, scheduling, and daily life in Gwangju are synchronized to the Asia/Seoul timezone, ensuring its alignment with the broader regional and international time standards.

Other names this city is known as.

Gouanjou
Gwangju
Gwangju Kong-hek-chhi
Gwangju Kóng-he̍k-chhī
Gwangju-si
KWJ
Koshu
Kosyu
Kuandzhu
Kuangju
Kuangjuo
Kvandzhu
Kvandzu
Kvandžu
Kvangdzsu
Kvangdzu
Kvanju
Kvanzhe
Kvaңdzhu
Kwang-choo
Kwang-dschu
Kwangdzu
Kwangdžu
Kwangju
Kōshū
Kōsyū
Kŭangĵuo
Quansua
ghwanghjw
guang zhou
guang zhou guang yu shi
guang zhou shi
gvangaju
gwang jw
gwangju
gwangjugwang-yeogsi
gwangjusi
gwangjw
kh wang cu
Квангџу
Кванджу
Кванже
Кваңджу
Куанджу
Куанжү
קוואנגגו
غوانغجو
گوانگ جو
گوانگجو
ग्वांगजू
ควังจู
光州
光州市
光州广域市
光州広域市
光州廣域市
광주
광주광역시
광주시