The Joong-ang Ilbo facts for kids
| Type | Daily newspaper |
|---|---|
| Format | Berliner |
| Owner(s) | JoongAng Media Network |
| Publisher | Lho Cholsoo |
| Founded | September 22, 1965 |
| Political alignment | Conservative |
| Headquarters | Sunhwa-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea |
| Circulation | 1,292,498 (as of 2012) |
| Korean name | |
| Hangul |
중앙일보
|
|---|---|
| Hanja |
中央日報
|
| Revised Romanization | Jungangilbo |
| McCune–Reischauer | Chungang-ilbo |
The JoongAng Ilbo (which means Central Daily News) is a very important newspaper in South Korea. It's one of the biggest newspapers there. People sometimes call it the Korean JoongAng Ilbo. It helps keep people informed about what's happening in their country and around the world.
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What is the JoongAng Ilbo?
The JoongAng Ilbo is a daily newspaper, meaning it comes out every day. It shares news, stories, and opinions with its readers. Think of it like a big book of current events that gets updated daily!
When Did It Start?
This newspaper began a long time ago, on September 22, 1965. That's over 50 years of sharing news! It was started by a group called JoongAng Media Network.
Where Is It Made?
The main office of the JoongAng Ilbo is in Seoul, which is the capital city of South Korea. Specifically, it's in a part of Seoul called Jung-gu.
How Many People Read It?
A lot of people read the JoongAng Ilbo! Back in 2012, about 1.3 million copies were printed and read every day. This number, called "circulation," tells us how many newspapers are distributed.
The JoongAng Ilbo is known for having a "conservative" viewpoint. This means it often shares ideas that focus on traditional values and careful changes. Newspapers often have different viewpoints, just like people have different opinions.
How Much Does It Cost?
If you wanted to buy a copy of the JoongAng Ilbo, it would cost about 800 South Korean won for one day. The South Korean won is the money used in South Korea. If you wanted to get it for a whole month, it would cost about 15,000 won.
What Size Is It?
The JoongAng Ilbo is printed in a special size called "Berliner." This size is bigger than a tabloid newspaper (like some smaller, more compact papers) but smaller than a broadsheet (which is a very large newspaper).
Finding More Information
You can also find the JoongAng Ilbo online! They have a website where you can read their articles and news stories. The website address is www.joins.com.
