Hwaseong City Finalizes Name "Bongdam Wau Library" for New Library Opening in Bongdam-eup Next January

Hwaseong City in Gyeonggi Province announced on September 25 that it has finalized the name of the new integrated cultural library opening in Bongdam-eup next January as "Bongdam Wau Library."

A bird's-eye view of Bongdam Wau Library, scheduled to open in January next year. Provided by Hwaseong City.

"Bongdam Wau Library" is an integrated cultural space currently under construction in Wauri Culture Park, Bongdam-eup, with a total floor area of 4,473 square meters across three above-ground floors. It is scheduled to open in January next year. The interior will feature a children's reading room, a general reading room, a multimedia reference room, and a youth cultural center.

The newly chosen name reflects the local area while also incorporating the origin of the place name, which means "the shape of a reclining cow." The city added that the name also embodies the symbolism of abundance, relaxation, and learning, as well as a sense of admiration associated with the region.

Earlier this month, the city conducted an online survey through the Hwaseong Citizen Policy Plaza to finalize the name. In the survey, 2,874 out of a total of 6,837 participants, or 42.1%, selected "Bongdam Wau Library."

The city plans to use this naming decision as an opportunity to launch a variety of opening celebration programs and citizen participation events.

Yoon Miyoung, head of Hwaseong City's Library Policy Division, stated, "Bongdam Wau Library will be more than just a space for knowledge and information; it will serve as a reading culture platform where local residents can learn, communicate, and enjoy culture together. We will continue to incorporate citizen feedback to make the library even more open and welcoming."

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