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| {{Short description|Railway station in Daegu, South Korea}} | |||
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| | address = Hwabon-ri, ], ], ] | | address = Hwabon-ri, ], ], ] | ||
| | country = ] | | country = ] | ||
| | coordinates = {{coord|36|7|37.35|N|128|41|39.88|E|source:kowiki_region:KR_type:railwaystation|display=inline,title}} | | coordinates = {{coord|36|7|37.35|N|128|41|39.88|E|source:kowiki_region:KR_type:railwaystation|display=inline,title}} | ||
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| '''Hwabon station''', located in Saneom-ro, Hwabon-ri, ]'s ], began operations on December 1, 1938, as a regular station on the ]. The name "Hwabon" originates from the local belief that the nearby Jorim Mountain's flowers and roots symbolize the essence of beauty, translating to "the root of flowers." Known as "the most beautiful small station in Korea," Hwabon station is beloved for its nostalgic charm and picturesque setting.{{citation needed|date=December 2024}} | |||
| '''Hwabon station''' is a railway station in ]. It is on the ]. | |||
| The station's current building was completed in December 1936. Originally serving both passenger and freight traffic, freight operations ceased on May 1, 1977, followed by the discontinuation of parcel services in 1990. Over the decades, the station underwent several renovations, including a roof restoration in 2006 and a major remodeling in 2011. Despite its historical significance, Hwabon station's role has diminished in recent years, with its status officially downgraded to a "driver-only station" in 2021, where passengers must purchase tickets onboard trains or via mobile apps. | |||
| In September 2024, it was announced that the station would permanently close following its final day of operation on December 15, 2024. The station will be replaced by ] after the Andong–Yeongcheon section of the Jungang line is relocated on December 21, 2024. As of 2024, Hwabon station serves six daily trains, including ] on routes connecting major destinations like ] and ]. | |||
| Following its closure, the surrounding railway lines was announced to be dismantled, while leaving the station intact.<ref>{{Cite web |last=기자 |first=배철한 |date=2024-12-03 |title=‘전국에서 가장 아름다운’ 군위 화본역, 올 연말 역사의 뒤안길로 사라져 |url=https://www.idaegu.com/news/articleView.html?idxno=622286 |access-date=2024-12-10 |website=대구일보 |language=ko}}</ref> | |||
| The station also houses a historic water tower designated as a semi-official railway monument. Nearby, old ] passenger cars have been repurposed into a café and storage space. A small admission fee allows visitors to explore the station's facilities, including its waiting room adorned with a hand-crafted mosaic ceiling. | |||
| == Media appearances == | |||
| Hwabon station has been featured in various films, dramas, and programs, such as "]" and ''].'' Despite its popularity, visitors were advised to follow safety regulations and avoid taking photos on the tracks, as trains and freight traffic continue to operate regularly. Violations of these rules resulted in multiple cases of fines.<ref>{{Cite web |title=핫플 된 간이역…선로 위 ‘인증사진’은 금물 |url=https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/449/0000229409?sid=102 |access-date=2024-12-10 |website=n.news.naver.com |language=ko}}</ref> | |||
| ==External links== | ==External links== | ||
| *{{in lang|ko}} from ] | *{{in lang|ko}} from ] | ||
| == References == | |||
| {{Reflist}} | |||
| {{Jungang Line}} | {{Jungang Line}} | ||
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Latest revision as of 18:58, 23 December 2024
Railway station in Daegu, South Korea| Hwabon station | |
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| Korean name | |
| Hangul | 화본역 |
| Hanja | 花本驛 |
| Revised Romanization | Hwabonnyeok |
| McCune–Reischauer | Hwabonnyŏk |
| General information | |
| Location | Hwabon-ri, Sanseong-myeon, Gunwi, Daegu South Korea |
| Coordinates | 36°7′37.35″N 128°41′39.88″E / 36.1270417°N 128.6944111°E / 36.1270417; 128.6944111 |
| Operated by | Korail |
| Line(s) | Jungang Line |
| Construction | |
| Structure type | Aboveground |
| History | |
| Opened | February 1, 1938 |
Hwabon station, located in Saneom-ro, Hwabon-ri, Daegu Metropolitan City's Gunwi County, began operations on December 1, 1938, as a regular station on the Jungang Line. The name "Hwabon" originates from the local belief that the nearby Jorim Mountain's flowers and roots symbolize the essence of beauty, translating to "the root of flowers." Known as "the most beautiful small station in Korea," Hwabon station is beloved for its nostalgic charm and picturesque setting.
The station's current building was completed in December 1936. Originally serving both passenger and freight traffic, freight operations ceased on May 1, 1977, followed by the discontinuation of parcel services in 1990. Over the decades, the station underwent several renovations, including a roof restoration in 2006 and a major remodeling in 2011. Despite its historical significance, Hwabon station's role has diminished in recent years, with its status officially downgraded to a "driver-only station" in 2021, where passengers must purchase tickets onboard trains or via mobile apps.
In September 2024, it was announced that the station would permanently close following its final day of operation on December 15, 2024. The station will be replaced by Gunwi station after the Andong–Yeongcheon section of the Jungang line is relocated on December 21, 2024. As of 2024, Hwabon station serves six daily trains, including Mugunghwa-class trains on routes connecting major destinations like Cheongnyangni and Busan.
Following its closure, the surrounding railway lines was announced to be dismantled, while leaving the station intact.
The station also houses a historic water tower designated as a semi-official railway monument. Nearby, old Saemaeul passenger cars have been repurposed into a café and storage space. A small admission fee allows visitors to explore the station's facilities, including its waiting room adorned with a hand-crafted mosaic ceiling.
Media appearances
Hwabon station has been featured in various films, dramas, and programs, such as "Little Forest" and 1 Night 2 Days. Despite its popularity, visitors were advised to follow safety regulations and avoid taking photos on the tracks, as trains and freight traffic continue to operate regularly. Violations of these rules resulted in multiple cases of fines.
External links
- (in Korean) Cyber station information from Korail
References
- 기자, 배철한 (2024-12-03). "'전국에서 가장 아름다운' 군위 화본역, 올 연말 역사의 뒤안길로 사라져". 대구일보 (in Korean). Retrieved 2024-12-10.
- "핫플 된 간이역…선로 위 '인증사진'은 금물". n.news.naver.com (in Korean). Retrieved 2024-12-10.
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