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earthbound14
Joined: 23 Jan 2007
Location: seoul
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 Posted: Mon Oct 20, 2008 9:32 pm Post subject: Seoul designates towns for expats |
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The villages are "Americatowns" in Itaewon-dong, Hannam-dong and Yeoksam-dong; a Chinatown in Yeonnam-dong; a "Francetown" in Seocho-dong; and "Japantown" in Ichon-dong.
It's the first time for the local government to designate specific places for expatriates.
In each village, a foreigner-only community hall will be established and a selected foreigner will represent the community.
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http://english.seoul.go.kr/today/news/newsclip/1253201_3675.html
This is from January, so it's a little old and may have ben debated. But I brought the issue up in another thread crapping on English Zones in apartment buildings. I thought this would be better. Not sure this has had any effect on anyone so far or has gone anywhere other than this news article. It would be a positive step in my books if it were taken seriously and simply wasn't gesture. I like the idea and think it has some merit towards making Korea more open to the outside world and helping foster a better environement for learning English (as opposed to silly English villages and English zones). |
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definitely maybe
Joined: 16 Feb 2008
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| Posted: Mon Oct 20, 2008 9:47 pm Post subject: |
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| i'm still wondering where all the other foreigners have to go. |
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Cohiba
Joined: 01 Feb 2005
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| Posted: Mon Oct 20, 2008 9:48 pm Post subject: |
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Mmmmm, yes, I think this is a great idea. It has happened many times
before and I can cite several examples:
-Warsaw Ghetto for the Jews
-Soweto for the blacks in Apartheid SA
-compounds for non-Muslims in Saudi Arabia
-Gated communities in the USA for rich people
-caste dominated communities in India
-reserves for Native-Americans in North America
The list is endless. Yes, once again, Korea has shown its talent for
producing and fostering a multicultural country. A shining example,
a "hub", if you will, of tolerance, openness to other cultures, fairness
and deep sense of belonging. It is bringing a tear to my eye. |
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T-J
Joined: 10 Oct 2008
Location: Seoul EunpyungGu Yeonsinnae
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| Posted: Mon Oct 20, 2008 9:49 pm Post subject: |
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Do we have to go?
By what date do we have to report? |
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Draz
Joined: 27 Jun 2007
Location: Land of Morning Clam
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| Posted: Mon Oct 20, 2008 9:58 pm Post subject: |
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| Is that why Yongsan E-Mart finally made the signs telling what is down each aisle multi-lingual? God bless Americatown! |
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karri
Joined: 14 Jan 2007
Location: south korea
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| Posted: Mon Oct 20, 2008 11:20 pm Post subject: |
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| In Toronto we have "towns" Chinatown, Little Italy, The Danforth (Greek town). I dont know that it's governmert sancantioned but it's definitly not a bad thing. Its not like they are gonna round us all up and make up live and hang out in the "towns". Hopefully it will be a place diferent cultures can thrive. |
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Juregen
Joined: 30 May 2006
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| Posted: Mon Oct 20, 2008 11:56 pm Post subject: |
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| karri wrote: |
| In Toronto we have "towns" Chinatown, Little Italy, The Danforth (Greek town). I don't know that it's government sanctioned but it's definitely not a bad thing. Its not like they are gonna round us all up and make up live and hang out in the "towns". Hopefully it will be a place different cultures can thrive. |
Those grew historically, and were not imposed by the government.
I personally feel that the government in Korea is very controlling. Whether it is business or culture, they always have to bud in.
So much stimuli, rules and regulations. They would do better to create better watchdogs against obvious abusers and free the decision making process of the people involved.
I am against wild rampant growth with no oversight, but controlling every inch of peoples life is hardly any better. |
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ajgeddes
Joined: 28 Apr 2004
Location: Yongsan
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| Posted: Tue Oct 21, 2008 12:18 am Post subject: |
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| This is OOOOOLLLLLLLLLDDDD news |
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RACETRAITOR
Joined: 24 Oct 2005
Location: Seoul, South Korea
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| Posted: Tue Oct 21, 2008 1:06 am Post subject: |
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Very very old news that I recall reading on here long before I took a long break from this site.
What I find infuriating about it is the government's lack of understanding that areas like this form because of people's actions, not governmental guidance. It's not "If you build it, they will come." Also note that Haebangchon isn't mentioned (unless it's considered part of Itaewon which seems like an oversimplification). It's obvious this is going to be used to foster a positive image of foreigners, rather than acknowledging some of the more run-down locations of the city. |
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wylies99
Joined: 13 May 2006
Location: I'm one cool cat!
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| Posted: Tue Oct 21, 2008 3:01 am Post subject: |
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It'll STILL be 999-1 Koreans to waygooks and the Koreans will still stare and glare.  |
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NoExplode
Joined: 15 Oct 2008
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| Posted: Tue Oct 21, 2008 4:04 am Post subject: |
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| Can someone direct me to Little Holland? I would like to go there and buy some good Jack Herrer buds. |
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i4NI
Joined: 17 May 2008
Location: Seoul
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| Posted: Tue Oct 21, 2008 4:39 am Post subject: |
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| So Yeoksam-dong must be where all the rich bankers live? |
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