Gyeongsangdo

Gyeongsangdo, often referred to as Gyeongsang Province, was one of the historical eight provinces of Korea during the Joseon Dynasty. It was located in the southeastern part of the Korean Peninsula. The province was established in 1413 during the reign of King Taejong. Its territory encompassed a significant portion of what is now modern-day South Korea. The administrative center of Gyeongsangdo was Daegu.

Historically, Gyeongsangdo was a crucial region for agriculture and trade, particularly known for its rice production. It was also a center of significant historical events and cultural developments. Many important historical figures and cultural movements originated from this area. The province was divided into two administrative regions, Gyeongsangbuk-do (North Gyeongsang Province) and Gyeongsangnam-do (South Gyeongsang Province), in 1896 under the administrative reforms of the late Joseon Dynasty. These two provinces continue to exist today and retain many of the cultural and historical characteristics of the original Gyeongsangdo. The legacy of Gyeongsangdo is deeply woven into the fabric of Korean history and culture.