• Country: Republic of Korea (South Korea)
• Population: ~890,000
Cheongju is the administrative center of North Chungcheong Province and plays an important role in the cultural, educational and economic life of central South Korea. The city is distinguished by a combination of modern urban development and historical heritage reflected in architecture, museums and archaeological sites.
Cheongju is known as the birthplace of the world’s oldest extant metal movable-type printed book (created in 1377) highlighting the city’s historical significance for the development of printing and Korean culture. The economy of Cheongju is based on electronics, chemical industry, biotechnology and higher education.
The modern urban environment includes university campuses, research centers, parks and cultural institutions. Cheongju strives to develop an innovation-driven economy while preserving traditional elements of Korean culture. Rostov-on-Don and Cheongju maintain warm and friendly relations. The cities regularly exchange congratulatory messages on commemorative dates and significant events.
Representatives of Rostov-on-Don, whenever possible, participate in events and festivals of Korean culture, contributing to the development of cultural exchange and strengthening mutual interest between the cities.
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