[7] Located next to the Hangang River, the area which present Seocho-gu currently occupies is sometimes considered the cradle of Korean civilization, having been inhabited since prehistoric times.

[7] According to the Korean Bar Association, more than one third of the practicing attorneys in Seoul work out of Seocho-dong, a southern neighborhood in Seocho District.

[8] Sometimes referred to as "Seocho Judicial Town," the area is also home to many of the country's most important legal institutions, including the Supreme Court, the Supreme Public Prosecutors' Office, the Seoul Central District Court, and the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency.

[8] The area also includes the headquarters of some of the world's largest companies which compose the clientele for many attorneys.

[9][10] Due to the high concentration of residents with specialty occupations in Seocho District, the area is known to be one of the wealthiest neighborhoods in Seoul.

"[12] The other is called Haengjeong-dong (행정동 行政洞) referring to "dong assigned for administrative purpose.

[23] The National Gugak Center, located in Bangbae 3-dong of Seocho District, was founded in 1951 with the purpose of preserving Korean court and folk music.

[24] The institute aims to promote traditional Korean music by hosting and engaging in workshops, research, and live performances.

[24] Sampoong Department Store, constructed in the Seocho-dong area of the district, collapsed on June 29, 1995, due to structural failures and regulatory negligence.

[28] The disaster heavily impacted the Hyeongchon Village neighborhood of Seocho District, resulting in over 17 deaths and 50 injuries.

[33] Gangnam station is one of the most crowded places in Korea and a common meeting ground for young people.

[34] After the release of PSY's hit song, "Gangnam Style", it also became a major tourist attraction.

[34] The station has a variety of outlets including restaurants, theaters, record stores, beauty salons, and massage specialists.