Seoul Essay | Essay

This student essay consists of approximately 2 pages of analysis of Relocation of "Seoul" in South Korea.

Seoul Essay | Essay

This student essay consists of approximately 2 pages of analysis of Relocation of "Seoul" in South Korea.
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Relocation of "Seoul" in South Korea

Summary: Seoul, since the 14th century, has been the capital city of Korea. Even the word "Seoul" means "capital" in Korean. However, in 2004, South Korea announced that its capital would be relocated to the Yeongi-Gongju area. The main goals are to reduce Seoul's overcrowding and encourage balanced development of the country.
A capital is the principal city associated with the state's government. It's the meeting places and offices of the seat of government. Nowadays, the capital has become a symbol for the state and its government. As a result, the selection, relocation, and design of a modern capital are not only a big gamble, but also an emotional affair. Seoul, since the 14th century, has been the capital city of Korea. Even the word "Seoul" means "capital" in Korean. However, in 2004, South Korea announced that its capital would be relocated to the Yeongi-Gongju area. The main goals are to reduce Seoul's overcrowding and encourage balanced development of the country. The project raised doubts from many residents of Korea. In fact, a public poll shows that a slight majority of Koreans is opposed to the relocation. Critics are still unsure if the disadvantages of Seoul's location outweighs its advantages, and...

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