Nodeulseom

Nodeulseom
Korean name
Hangul 노들섬
Revised Romanization Nodeulseom
McCune–Reischauer Nodŭlsŏm

Nodeulseom an artificial island in the River Han in Seoul, South Korea. The uninhabited island is located to the east of the larger island of Yeouido. Hangang Bridge passes directly over the island.

History

Indo Bridge used to span the River Han, crossing Nodeulseom, but was destroyed by the U.S. military in the Korean War to prevent the North Koreans from using it.[1]

Development

The island is to be developed into a large performing arts centre.

See also

References

Coordinates: 37°32′N 126°55′E / 37.533°N 126.917°E / 37.533; 126.917

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