COEX
COEX, short for Coex Convention and Exhibition Center, is a large convention and exhibition complex located in the Gangnam District of Seoul, South Korea. The facility sits in the Samseong-dong area near Bongeunsa Temple and forms the centerpiece of a broader complex that also includes a major shopping mall, a public library, and an aquarium. COEX is operated as a single integrated venue and has become one of Asia’s leading centers for trade shows, conferences, and events.
History and development: The site was developed by Samsung and opened in 1979 as Korea’s first modern
Facilities and attractions: The COEX complex houses the COEX Convention Center, which hosts international conferences, exhibitions,
Connectivity and role: COEX is served by Seoul’s public transit network, with access to nearby subway lines