The red round figure depicts the sun rising above the sea (depicted by the blue triangle). The logo symbolizes the dream to make the town leap for progress based on the enormous growth potential of Ongjin-gun and its people.
Official Bird of the County (Gull)
The school of fish in the vast sea represents the bounty of the county. The dark white water bird symbolizes peace. The gull represents the simple and honest island inhabitants.
Designated: 1974
Official Flower of the County (Sweetbrier)
Sweetbrier is a flower that grows well even under severe conditions, such as, strong ocean wind and barren sandy soil. This flower symbolizes the patience and simple human nature of the island inhabitants.
Designated: 1974
Official Flower of the County (Black Pine)
Black pine is a tree that grows well and abundantly in islands and is resistant against tree diseases. As an evergreen tree, it adds to the rich nature of the island. It also represents the toughness and friendlessness of the island habitants.
Designated: 1974
Mascot
A caricature of the gull, the official bird of the county, is the official mascot of Ongjin-gun. This mascot was created as part of the new image-making strategy to raise awareness of the status of Ongjin-gun as having enormous growth potential based on its rich natural resources and as an international ocean resort city.
The mascot symbolizes the friendly and cheerful image that Ongjin-gun hopes to show the world. This mascot is displayed in scenic spots and famous mountains for the promotion of Ongjin-gun. The name of the mascot originated from ‘Ongjin’. Ongi means male character and Jini means female character.
Introduction Of Ongjin-gun
County Mark
Ongi (Applied Motions)
