information on Korean stamp
Date of Issue |
: 2024.11.01 |
Types |
: 1 |
Denomination |
: 430 won |
Design |
: |
Stamp No. |
: 3782 |
Printing Process
& Colors |
: null |
Size of Stamp |
: 50 X 25.2 |
WholeSheet
Composition |
: 4 x 4 |
Image Area |
: 50 X 25.2 |
Paper |
: null |
Perforation |
: 14½ × 14¼ |
Printer |
: null |
Designer |
: Park,Eun-kyung |
Quantity |
: null |
Detail
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the National Geographic Information Institute (NGII), a national organization responsible for accurately measuring the geographical positions of Korea, creating various forms of maps, and systematically managing large-scale geospatial information. The NGII began in 1958 under the Ministry of National Defense`s Geographic Research Institute, focusing on the restoration of control points damaged during the war and preparing for civilian map-making. It officially became the National Geographic Institute under the Ministry of Construction on November 1, 1974, taking on roles such as surveying and map-making. Over the past half-century, the geospatial information provided by NGII has been instrumental in projects ranging from large-scale infrastructure construction, such as the Gyeongbu Expressway, to serving as critical data for disaster response and everyday applications like navigation and mobile map services. This information has been a solid foundation for national development and the safe, convenient lives of the people.
Geospatial information refers to the positional data of natural and artificial objects, with maps being one of the most commonly used examples. All geospatial information starts with accurate location data, and one of NGII`s core roles is to set and establish a reliable national location reference system. NGII currently operates the Space Geodetic Observation Center and Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) permanent observation stations, using advanced geodetic technologies to provide accurate positional data and establish the national reference position system. Particularly, the Unified Control Point, which NGII has established and manages, has around 5,500 points distributed nationwide. These points serve as reference marks for surveying, such as for plane and height measurements, playing a vital role in providing precise location data for national land development.
By integrating advanced technologies, NGII has expanded the realm of geodetics into space, establishing the Space Geodetic Observation Center. It calculates the geographic coordinates of Korea by interpreting the time difference in the arrival of radio waves emitted from quasars located billions of light-years away and received by radio telescopes (antennas). Additionally, with the establishment of the National Land Satellite Center on November 1, 2019, NGII has begun receiving satellite data with a resolution of 50 cm from the CAS500-1 satellite. This data allows for precise observation of changes in national land, efficient resource management, and quick disaster response.
The NGII has developed precise road maps to support autonomous vehicles, 3D geospatial data, and a national geospatial information platform that forms the foundation of Digital Twin Korea (a technology replicating the real world in a digital space). This geospatial information is provided free of charge and is utilized in various fields, including urban planning, disaster management, and environmental change monitoring. It also contributes to the creation of convergence industries and the development of future growth engines. Moreover, based on the accumulated experience and knowledge, NGII is actively participating in international efforts to tackle climate change and global disaster response through membership in the International Charter and global cooperation such as joint observations using the VLBI. These efforts are promoting the geospatial information technology of Korea on the world stage.