Mapo-gu Announces Naming Contest for Seoul Thermal Power Plant Ground Park

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[Asia Economy Reporter Jongil Park] Mapo-gu (Mayor Yudonggyun) is conducting a public contest for the name of the park on the surface of the Seoul Thermal Power Plant (tentative name), created through the underground relocation of the Seoul Thermal Power Plant at 1 Dangin-dong and the development of a park on the surface, targeting residents.

The Seoul Thermal Power Plant is undergoing a remodeling project to replace the Dangin-ri Power Plant, Korea's first coal-fired power plant, with a liquefied natural gas combined cycle power plant underground, and to transform the surface into a cultural complex space that produces cultural value.

Currently, the underground relocation of the power plant and the creation of the surface park through the first phase of the project have been completed. By 2023, the second phase will transform the decommissioned units 4 and 5 into an industrial heritage experience space, a 500-seat performance hall, exhibition halls, and other cultural creation spaces. Additionally, on the site adjacent to the Han River, resident convenience facilities such as a swimming pool, futsal field, and a comprehensive gymnasium will be established.

This contest, held to coincide with the opening of the Seoul Thermal Power Plant surface park on April 9, aims to select the name for the park that will be finally created through the first and second phases of the project. Submissions will be accepted until the 18th.

The district plans to select candidate names from those submitted by residents that concisely express cultural, geographical, and historical meanings, are easy to pronounce, and resonate with everyone. After consulting with the Mapo-gu Place Name Committee, one final name will be chosen.

Participation is open not only to Mapo-gu residents and those with offices located in Mapo-gu but also to anyone interested in Mapo-gu. Applicants can refer to the notice on the Mapo-gu website, fill out the attached application form, and submit it via email to the Mapo-gu Parks and Greenery Division at 123123@mapo.go.kr.

Mayor Yudonggyun of Mapo-gu said, “I hope that the new name of the Seoul Thermal Power Plant surface park will well represent the history of the Dangin-ri Power Plant, the regional characteristics, and the cultural value of the new park,” and added, “We look forward to active participation from many people.”

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