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What is it like around Bangbae-gu? We just accepted a job.

 
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nfarney



Joined: 19 Sep 2003
Location: Seoul

PostPosted: Mon Oct 20, 2003 9:45 am    Post subject: What is it like around Bangbae-gu? We just accepted a job. Reply with quote

Hi everyone,

My wife and I just accepted a contract for a school in Bangbae. Looks like its halfway between Naebang station and Isu station, right on the subway line. On a larger scale, on a map it looks about halfway between Kangnam station and Chongik university. The apartments are supposed to be 5-10 minutes walk away from the school.

Can anyone give us some insight on what the neighborhood is like? We've never been to Korea before and are kind of nervous. Its supposed to be a "rich" neighborhood, whatever that means. Hopefully it doesn't mean we get a crappy apartment because the good ones are too expensive (its a 2 bedroom).

We're excited, but nervous about walking into a decent situation over there.
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kylehawkins2000



Joined: 08 Apr 2003

PostPosted: Mon Oct 20, 2003 4:01 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Bangbae is quite a nice area. That doesn't mean that you'll have a particularly nice place. I've lived in three different places in Korea and the quality of my apartment has never changed dramatically. Chances are your boss is going to keep an eye on the bottem line.
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dogbert



Joined: 29 Jan 2003
Location: Killbox 90210

PostPosted: Mon Oct 20, 2003 5:07 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I live in that neighborhood. It's not bad, but can be a bit noisy. I would say though that "rich" only refers to the housing costs though. PM me if you'd like some more info.
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