South Gyeongsang facts for kids
Quick facts for kids South Gyeongsang Province |
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| 경상남도 | |
| Province | |
| Country | South Korea |
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| Region | Yeongnam |
| Capital | Changwon |
| - coordinates | 36°34′N 128°43′E / 36.567°N 128.717°E |
| Area | 10,537.97 km² (4,069 sq mi) |
| Population | 3,309,000 (2011) |
| Density | 314 /km² (813 /sq mi) |
| Subdivisions | 8 cities (Si); 10 counties (Gun) |
| Governor | Hong Jun-Pyo |
South Gyeongsang is a province in South Korea. It has cities including its capital Changwon, Gimhae, and Sangju. South Gyeongsang's governor is Hong Jun-pyo.
History
In 1895, Gyeongsang-do divided. In the south, the west was called Jinju, and the east Dongnae. In 1896, Jinju and Dongnae joined, making Gyeongsangnam-do. In 1896 the provincial capital was Jinju, but it changed to Busan in 1925. In 1963, Busan separated, so in 1983 the provincial capital moved to Changwon. Ulsan separated in 1997.
Geography
South Gyeongsang's area is 10531.1km². It occupies 10.6% of South Korea's whole area. South Gyeongsang's area is the fourth largest of the 16 cities and provinces.
Population
South Gyeongsang's population is 3,364,695 and the population density is 307/km².
District
There are 8 cities and 10 counties in South Gyeongsang.
Website
http://www.gyeongnam.go.kr/jsp/main/main.jsp
Images for kids
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Yeongnamnu in Miryang, South Gyeongsang Province. A pavilion from the Joseon.
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Gimhae
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Tongyeong
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Yangsan
See also
In Spanish: Provincia de Gyeongsang del Sur para niños
