Samjeon-dong


Samjeon-dong is a neighbourhood, dong of Songpa District, Seoul, South Korea. The name originated from the fact that it once had only three fields.
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Overview

The name of Samjeon-dong is said to be derived from the presence of three fields in the area. Historically, this location was a port, one of the five ports near Seoul. While tidal waters reached other parts, these three fields remained unaffected by the tides and thus became cultivated lands. During the Joseon Dynasty, the area was known by several names, including "Sambatgae" or "Samjeondo". It was also called "Majunpo", referring to the practice of planting hemp in the fields, and sometimes referred to as "Jangseunggol" or "Jangseungbeol" due to the presence of ancient Jangseung in the area.
Samjeondo was officially established during the 21st year of King Sejong's reign. Along with Hangang Naru and Nodeul Naru, it became one of the three major ports of the Gyeonggang region. The port was managed by ten officers known as Jinbu. As the role of Samjeondo grew, it expanded its jurisdiction to also oversee the nearby port of Gwangjin.

Education

Schools located in Samjeon-dong: