Gangwon Province ( Korean : 강원도 ; RR : Gangwon-do ), officially Gangwon State ( 강원특별자치도 ), is a Special Self-Governing Province of South Korea. It is known as the largest and least densely populated subdivision of South Korea. Gangwon is one of the three provinces in South Korea with special self-governing status, the others being Jeju Province and Jeonbuk State . Gangwon is bordered on the east by the Sea of Japan , it borders Gyeonggi Province to the west, North Gyeongsang Province and North Chungcheong Province to the south, and the Military Demarcation Line to the north, separating it from North Korea. In the 1945 division of Korea , the historical Gangwon Province was divided in half, and remains so to this day.
57-663: Yeongseo ( Korean pronunciation: [jʌŋ.sʌ] , Korean pronunciation: [ɾjɔŋ.sɔ] ) is the western, inland region of Gangwon Province, South Korea and Kangwon Province, North Korea . It is divided from the coastal Yeongdong region by the Taebaek Mountains . The name yeongseo reflects this distinction; it literally means “west of the passes”. The region is marked by high plateaus and mountains, with deep valleys. The Han and Nakdong Rivers both have their headwaters in this region. Agriculture in Yeongseo
114-673: A gate to an official inn , is in Gangneung. This gate is the front gate of the Gangneung official inn built in the Goryeo period. It is the oldest gate in the Goryeo Dynasty and is the only cultural property designated as a national treasure among the buildings in Gangwon-do. Ojukheon is the birthplace of Shin Saimdang and Yulgok Lee. It was designated as Treasure No. 165 by being recognized as one of
171-408: A 49-day manhunt for the escaped passengers. For more details, refer to the 1996 Gangneung submarine infiltration incident . The flag of the city shows a red sun in the centre and blue wave in front, on a white background. The sun represents the sunrise, the wave the sea. The flower of the city is the crepe myrtle , the tree of the city is the pine tree, its bird the swan . The animal of Gangneung
228-748: A bus or train on the Yeongdong Line , or drive to Gangneung on the Yeongdong Expressway . Gangwon Province's Köppen climate classification 's climate class is occasionally humid subtropical , because in some of its areas, especially in most of Yeongdong, it is Cfa , otherwise, its climate class is Hot-summer humid continental climate , because it is Dwb in some mountain areas, Dfa in eastern areas, Dfb in eastern mountain areas, and Dwa otherwise. The Taebaek Mountains create different climates in Yeongdong and Yeongseo . The climate of Gangwon Province
285-586: A clear day, you can get a good view of Kumgang-san, about 20 km to the west. Despite the solemnity of the place, the parking lot is cluttered with souvenir shops and restaurants. On the other side of the lot is the Korean War Exhibition Hall. Gangwon Province has many tourist attractions, as well as natural monuments, including Namiseom , Tong-il Observatory (similar the Dora Observatory ), Soyang Dam and Jeongdongjin . A memorial centre of
342-581: A new structure of contemporary architecture it is the only cup museum in Asia. The museum's collection contains 2,000 cups from 70 countries. Currently, 1,500 are on display. Several shrines and old residential buildings deliver insight into the lives of these famous Koreans. Next to the Ojukheon Museum there is the Gangneung Municipal Museum which shows folklore and antique pieces from the history of
399-446: A place where artists can meet and exhibit their works. When the area was part of North Korea from 1945 to 1953, the building is now the closest most South Koreans can get to North Korea. There are binoculars installed on the viewing deck, and inside the observatory is a large map labelled with mountain names and the locations of military installations. Kiosks here sell liquor, cash, postage stamps and other souvenirs from North Korea. On
456-477: A sunrise. Gangneung is considered special due to its access to both a lake and the sea. Gyeongpodae is a pavilion overlooking a Gyeongpo lake . It is said that a person can see the Moon five times when at Gyeongpodae: once in the sky, once reflected in the lake, once reflected in the sea, once reflected in the drinking glass, and once more in the eyes of a lover. The site of Gyeongpodae is known for its location east of
513-436: Is National Route 7 (part of Asian Highway Route 6 ) and it connects Goseong County to Busan . It takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes to Seoul by road. The Yeongdong Line passes Yeongju to Gangneung. Before 2006, Saemaeul-ho stopped at Jeongdongjin station and Gangneung station and it took 5.5 hours at Cheongnyangni station , but now only Mugunghwa-ho is stopped, it takes 6 hours to drive. In 2017, Gyeonggang Line
570-492: Is a municipal city in Gangwon province , on the east coast of South Korea . It has a population of 213,658 (as of 2017). Gangneung is the economic centre of the Yeongdong region of Gangwon State. It has many tourist attractions, such as Jeongdongjin , a very popular area for watching the sunrise, and Gyeongpo Beach. The city hosted all the ice events for the 2018 Winter Olympics and the 2024 Winter Youth Olympics . Gangneung
627-492: Is a coastal city, it has generally milder winters and relatively cooler summers than the rest of Korea. It is bordered by mountains to the west and the sea to the east. The district includes one town ( eup ), seven townships ( myeon ), 13 neighborhoods ( dong ). Sunrises, especially the first in the New Year, are important in traditional Korean culture. The Jeongdongjin and Gyeongpo beaches in Gangneung are popular places to enjoy
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#1732852425232684-481: Is adjacent to Yangyang County Hyunbuk-myeon and Hyunnam-myeon. The total area of Gangneung is about 1,040.4 km (401.7 sq mi) as of the end of 2015, which accounts for 6.2% of Gangwon State's 16,873 km (6,515 sq mi). 80.4% of the area of Gangneung, 837.36 km (323.31 sq mi), is forestland. Gangneung experiences a humid subtropical climate ( Köppen : Cfa ) with cool to cold winters and hot, humid summers. Since Gangneung
741-575: Is an abandoned train station on the northernmost end of Korail 's Gyeongwon Line. Near the station there was a small yard where rail stock was stored or shunted before leaving for Wonsan , now in North Korea, along the former Gyeongwon Line . Behind the station building there is the wreck of a train, bombed during the Korean War, used by the North Korean army and bombed by U.N. forces. In 2012, it became
798-529: Is an annual coffee-tasting festival in which a variety of coffee vendors showcase coffee drinks as well as coffee machinary. In the festival are also some smaller, non-coffee vendors, as well as arts and crafts stalls. As of 2023, it is being held within the Gangneung Olympic Park . There are a number of historical remains and museums in Gangneung. The most prominent being the Ojukheon Museum , which
855-398: Is composed of mountains or basins, so locals mainly make food with potatoes or buckwheat . All regions of the province have seasoned vegetable rice. For example, Jeongseon County is famous for Jeongseon thistle rice; Yeongwol County is famous for Yeongwol buckwheat rolls; Hwacheon County is famous for Hwacheon trout rice in a stone bowl and Hwacheon goatsbeard rice; and Yanggu County
912-564: Is famous for Yanggu dried green radish cuisine. In coastal regions, fish and salted seafood is consumed. For example, Donghae is famous for Donghae steamed fish; Sokcho is famous for Sokcho Squid Sausages; and Samcheok is famous for blowfish soup. These are normally very simple and easy to cook, like the province's traditional food. Due to the Taebaek Mountains , Gangwon Province has 4 national parks & several natural monuments. The Hantaan River penetrates Cheorwon County 's volcanic terrain, having several natural monuments. This area
969-494: Is influenced by its latitude. It has four seasons, with hot and humid summers, and cold, snowy winters. According to the Korea Meteorological Administration 's data, average temperatures vary. In Yongdong, the average temperature is 11.0 °C (51.8 °F), and in Yeongseo, it is 10.8 °C (51.4 °F). All of the province's average temperatures range from 6.6 to 13.1 °C (43.9 to 55.6 °F). and
1026-678: Is named after a special black bamboo growing in this area. It was the birthplace of the famous artist, calligrapher and poet Shin Saimdang (1504–1551) (whose image is on the 50,000 won note), and her son, the scholar Yulgok (1536–1584) (whose image is on the South Korean 5,000 won note). In 1963, the Ojukheon Museum was designated as National Cultural Heritage No. 165. It includes one of the oldest wooden buildings in Korea. The Hwanhee and Fantapia Museums, established in 2013, opened anew in November 2020 Housed in
1083-460: Is paved. Some historical and traditional ridges have survived, like Daegwallyeong . It has many routes, like Route 7 , which is included in AH6 . It also has Controlled-access highways . Yeongdong Expressway is the first express way in the region, and Gwangju–Wonju Expressway , Jungang Expressway , Donghae Expressway , Seoul–Yangyang Expressway were built, afterwards. Seoul–Yangyang Expressway has
1140-643: Is the tiger . Gangneung is located to the east of the Taebaek Mountains , which is the considered the 'waist' of the Korean peninsula . To the east is Sea of Japan , and to the west are the inner side of Hongcheon County , the Pyeongchang County 's Jinbu-myeon and the Daegwallyeong-myeon respectively. The southern side is connected to Donghae and the Jeongseon County 's critical side. The north side
1197-583: Is the festival Gangneung Danoje at the dano fairground near the Namdae River. In 1967, the Gangneung Dano Festival was designated Korean National Immaterial Cultural Heritage No. 13. On November 11, 2005, it was designated by UNESCO as one of the "Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity". Nowadays, it is a combination of several commemoration rites and traditional plays. A highlight
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#17328524252321254-498: Is the traditional Gwanno Mask Dance (Gwanno Gamyeongeuk), which is only performed at this festival. In addition to well established festivals like the Dano, there are several newer festivals in Gangneung, such as the IJAF ( International Junior Art Festival ), which enjoys great popularity. The IJAF is a cultural festival for youth from all over the world. The festival includes both performances of
1311-615: The 2024 Winter Youth Olympics . Gangwon Province was one of the Eight Provinces of Korea during the Joseon period, formed in 1395, deriving its name from the names of the principal cities of Gangneung ( 강릉 ; 江陵 ) and the provincial capital Wonju ( 원주 ; 原州 ). In 1895 Gangwon Province was replaced by the Districts of Chuncheon ( Chuncheon-bu; 춘천부 ; 春川府 ) in the west and Gangneung ( Gangneung-bu; 강릉부 ; 江陵府 ) in
1368-518: The Goryeo era's Main Gate of Imyeonggwan Guesthouse, and the Joseon era's Documents of Sangwonsa Temple. Other popular historical areas, like Ojukheon are located in the region. Because of Gangwon Province's landscape, a number of old Buddhist temples have survived, like Woljeongsa and Oseam . Established in 2002, the Chuncheon National Museum is operated by the central government for
1425-493: The Taebaek Mountains . Sokcho Harbour functions as a fishing port, a passenger harbour and as an exporting hub for iron ore. Also recently , Korea Gas Corporation built the LNG Platform Center at Hosan Harbour. Gangwon province also has ferry lines. Sokcho Harbour has a pier for cruise ships , but until 2018, no cruise route existed. Gangwon FC bases itself in the region, owned by Gangwon Province. Jin-seon Kim,
1482-745: The Yeongdong Line and the Taebaek Line are derived from the Jungang Line, and the Gyeonggang Line was constructed, but currently it is not perfectly connected to the Seoul Metropolitan Subway System . KTX trains launched from Seoul to Gangneung on 22 December 2017 via the Gyeonggang Line , but they still run a part of the Jungang Line. In 2016, a plan was passed to extend the KTX line from Gangneung to Sokcho . The Gyeongwon Line and
1539-690: The intercity bus and operates six Express Bus line in the Gangneung Express Bus Terminal , the largest terminal in Gangwon State. A total of 589 units in Gangneung are operating taxi licenses. The basic fare of Gangneung taxi is 2,800 won for 2 km. After that, 100 won will be charged for 152m from 2 km to 6 km, and 200 won will be charged for 152m after 6 km. but Jumunjin area, Gangdong-meon, Okgye area are designated as exceptional areas to 45% extra charge. Gangneung Port Passenger Terminal of Gangneung Harbor handles
1596-743: The Gangneung-Ulneung passenger ship. Gangneung is the home of the K3 League football club Gangneung City FC and is one of the two cities where K League football team Gangwon FC plays its home matches. Since 1976, Gangneung Jeil High School and Gangneung Junior high school soccer team rivalry Derby, which is held every day in the Dano Festival, have become popular. The Daemyung Killer Whales were active in Asia League Ice Hockey from 2016 to 2020. The city 'Gangneung Coastal Cluster'
1653-588: The Governor of Gangwon Province announced it on April 28, 2008 and was established on December 18, 2008. High1 is Kangwon Land 's ice hockey team, established in September 2009. South Korea has only 3 professional ice hockey clubs, including High1. The Daeyung Killer Whales was established in 2016, originally based in the region. Wonju DB Promy is a professional basketball team, based in Wonju , Gangwon Province. It
1710-623: The Jungdongjin beach where Sandglass , a TV series was taken, there are 18 beaches such as Anmok beach , Gyeongpo beach , Gangmun beach . Jeongdongjin Beach is about 250 meters long and is famous for its beautiful sunrise scenery. In particular, the sunrise seen from the top of Goseong Mountain is known to be the most beautiful. There are a total of 128 cultural properties in Gangneung. Among them, there are 34 State-designated heritage and 58 Province-designated heritage. National Treasure No. 51 ,
1767-704: The North Dong-hae Line are blocked by the Military Demarcation Line . Gangwon Province has several military airbases, while civil passengers can use only two airports, Wonju Airport and Yangyang International Airport . Wonju Airport is shared with the Republic of Korea Air Force , like Daegu International Airport and Gimhae International Airport . Currently Wonju and Yangyang Airport are now operated as domestic airports. Gangwon Province's road length totals to 9,800 km (6,100 mi), and 75.1%
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1824-642: The Sogyeong and made an arsenal to send the todok, because it was adjacent to Malgal. In 757, it was renamed Sungju and restored it in 776. It was renamed Myungju again during the Goryeo period, and it was under the jurisdiction the north of Chuncheon in the 14th year of Sungjong (995). It separated the Hamgyeong-do from the Gangeung and called it Gangneung-do, but it has always been the center of administration and military. At
1881-498: The beginning of the Joseon Dynasty, it called to Hwadangdo and Wonchundo and rename Gangneung by the name of Gangwon Province in the 5th year of King Sejong (1423). Some areas have been incorporated into Yangyang since 1945, and Gangneung City was established in 1995 as the areas of Gangneung and Myeongju merged. On 18 September 1996 a North Korean submarine ran aground near Gangneung in an attempted infiltration mission, spurring
1938-540: The centre of the city. Inside the Gyeongpodae pavilion, built with 28 pillars, is the Gyeongpodaebu , a poem by Yul Gok . Gyeongpodaebu describes the movement of the heavens and the Moon. The best view of the Moon is on the 15th of the lunar month. The nearby Gyeongpo Beach has a sandy beach and a line of fresh seafood restaurants, with its proximity to Seoul making it a popular summer destination. In addition to
1995-449: The city from south to north. National Route 6 , 7 , 35 , 59 passed through city. KTX-Sancheon is essential stop Jinbu and Gangneung station. On 2018 Winter Olympics period, increased frequency of KTX. Local transit operators connect communities in the city divided three regions. This is managed by Gangneung City Office and the operation is carried out by each transportation company. Gangneung Intercity Bus Terminal operates
2052-553: The city. Located in the hills surrounding Gangneung, there is the revealing Daegwallyeong Museum. It consists of a private collection with more than 1000 artifacts and shows the agricultural history of the region. Gangneung Imdeungdong Cathedral is a cathedral-style Roman Catholic sanctuary in Gangwon State. It was constructed in the 1950s. It became Registered cultural heritage No.457. In Gangneung, Donghae Expressway connects Incheon to Gangneung and Yeongdong Expressway connects Yangyang County and Donghae . The national highway
2109-521: The coast. These beaches are covered with pine tree forests, planted to block the sea breeze. Gangneung Coffee Street is built along the beach, and the Gangneung Coffee Festival is held every year. "Found in the DMZ" was found by Korean guards listening to the sound of explosions under the ground during their shift. After determined excavation on March 19, 1975, "The Second Tunnel" was discovered. It
2166-454: The east, with Wonju becoming a part of Chungju District. In 1896 Korea was re-divided into thirteen provinces, and the two districts were merged to re-form Gangwondo Province. Although Wonju re-joined Gangwon-do, the provincial capital was moved to Chuncheon, where it remains. During the Japanese rule of Korea, it was known as Kōgen-dō . In 1945 Gangwon Province, along with the rest of Korea,
2223-623: The events were held in Pyeongchang County . Alpine skiing events were held in Jeongseon County , while some indoor events were held in Gangneung . The 2024 Winter Youth Olympics was also held in Gangwon Province. The main cities of the province are Chuncheon (the provincial capital), Gangneung , Sokcho , Wonju , and Donghae . Currently Gangwon Province, has 7 cities, and 11 counties Gangneung Gangneung ( Korean : 강릉 ; Korean pronunciation: [kaŋ.nɯŋ] )
2280-569: The longest road tunnel in South Korea. Like the railways, Gangwon Province is connected by intercity bus networks in South Korea. All cities and counties have intercity terminals, which connect other cities or counties in the region or connect outer cities, districts, and Incheon International Airport . Gangwon Province has many harbours. Some harbours are fishing ports, but other harbours are used for special purposes. For example, Mukpo Harbour functions as an exporting hub for cement & coal from
2337-516: The novelist Lee Hyo-seok is in Pyeongchang County . Along the coast of the Sea of Japan, many seaside resorts are located, including Gyongpo Seaside Resort. The only domestic casino in Gangwon is Kangwon Land , located in Jeongseon County . The province also houses the largest ski resort in South Korea, Yongpyong Resort . Religion in Gangwon Province (2015) According to the 2015 census, 16.4% of
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2394-461: The oldest architecture in the Korea and being a rare example of preserving Joseon -era architecture. Gangneung Guseongsa site , which was founded by Burma in the 13th year of King Munsung of Silla(851), has been designated as Korea's Historic Site No.448. Inside the temple, treasures are designated as Treasures No. 85, Treasures No. 86, There is a stone Buddhist image designated as No. 38. Gangneung has numerous festivals. The biggest and most famous
2451-498: The participating groups and a diversified cultural program demonstrating the essence of Korean culture. Since 2002, the IJAF has taken place at Gyeongpo Beach in the end of July. There is also the Gyeongpo Rock Festival, which was established in 2006. This festival, mostly attracting young people, offers young Korean bands from the Gangneung area a stage for their performances. The Gangneung Coffee festival, which began in 2009,
2508-428: The population follow Buddhism and 24.1% follow Christianity (17.5% Protestantism and 6.6% Catholicism ). 58.7% of the population is not religious and 0.8% of the population follow other religions. Gangwon Province's railways were originally built to transport mining resources to harbours. In Gangwon-Province, some main lines are operated. Jungang Line is connected to the Seoul Metropolitan Subway System ,
2565-597: The province include iron , coal , fluorite , limestone and tungsten . There are some hydroelectric , thermoelectric power plants in the region. It is not known exactly when human settlement in what is now Gangwon Province began, but Paleolithic sites have been excavated. Many historical artifacts are found in the region, like the Later Silla era's Bell of Sangwonsa , the North–South States Period era's Iron Seated Vairocana Buddha of Dopiansa Temple,
2622-426: The province was shifted north, to the Military Demarcation Line . On June 11, 2023, Gangwon Province became a special self-governing province, and the official English name is Gangwon State . Despite calling itself a state, Gangwon State is considered a self-governing province , not a self-governing state . The State's landscape is dominated by the Taebaek Mountains (called Taebaek Sanmaek ) which almost reach
2679-799: The purpose of classification and reservation. The local government also has museums, including the Park Su-geun Art Museum, and the Taebaek Coal Museum . Purpose-built private museums, such as the ChamSori Gramophone Edison Museum are also operated. In Gangwon Province, almost all of the regions hold festivals. Gangneung Danoje was listed in UNESCO 's Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity . Geographically, Gangwon Province has several national parks as well as some natural monuments. Gangwon Province
2736-530: The sea . As a consequence, much of the coast is steep and rocky. Gangwon Province and its North Korean counterpart Kangwŏn are together referred to as the Gwandong region. The region west of the Taebaek Mountains is called Yeongseo , while the region east of the mountains is called Yeongdong . The term "Yeongdong" is frequently used in reference to transportation services from Seoul , meaning one might catch
2793-611: The township of Haean , Yanggu , the Haean Basin is nicknamed Punchbowl , which was initially named by a war correspondent for the Korea War . The museum has a large amount of English in its narration of the history of the DMZ, as well as exhibits such as United States POW letters and extensive amounts of photos. It is inside the Tongil Security Park. Gangneung contains beaches connecting each other from north to south along
2850-505: The yearly amount of rainfall is 1,300–1,900 millimetres (51.2–74.8 in), concentrated on mountain areas, being one of the snowiest areas in South Korea. The area of Gangwon Province in both North Korea and South Korea is 20,569 km (7,941.74 sq mi), with South Korea's Gangwon-do covering 16,874.59 km (6,515.32 sq mi). The province is renowned for its agricultural produce, especially potatoes and fish, including cuttlefish and pollock . Mineral resources from
2907-515: Was a place of a fierce battle during the Korean War and is now a common rafting route. Around this river, the first Hantavirus hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome virus, the Hantaan River virus , was found. The virus was named after the river. The Civilian Control Zone is near the Military Demarcation Line , providing areas to stay for migratory birds, especially red-crowned cranes . In
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#17328524252322964-555: Was divided by the 38th parallel north in 1945, to create American and Soviet zones of occupation in the south and north respectively, leading to Wonsan joining the northern half in 1946 to serve as its administrative center. In 1948, the southern half of the province became part of the new South Korea. As a result of the Korean War Armistice Agreement of 1953, the boundary between the South and North Korean portions of
3021-420: Was established is 1996. It donated coal in collaboration with a local government-owned company, Korea Coal Corporation . The 1999 Asian Winter Games were held in Gangwon Province between January 30 and February 6. South Korea, the host nation ranked 2nd in these games. The 2018 Winter Olympics was held from February 9–25, 2018, and the 2018 Winter Paralympics was held from March 9–18, 2018. Almost all of
3078-505: Was for a sudden raid by the North Korean Army into South Korea. The second tunnel is composed of a firm granitic layer, is 3.5 km in length, and various in depth from 50m-160m. About 1 km of it is nowadays open to visitors. Woljeong-ri station is a historical building in the DMZ at Cheorwon . The tourist attraction, which can only be visited on escorted security tours of the DMZ,
3135-510: Was opened and Gangneung station was designated as an essential-stop station. The time between Gangneung station and Cheongnyangni station has been reduced from the existing 6 hours to the minimum of 114 minutes after KTX operation. It was operated by Gangneung Airport for air traffic, but passed the passenger transportation right to Yangyang International Airport in 2002 and closed its service as an airport. Yeongdong Expressway passed city west to east, Donghae Expressway passed through
3192-507: Was the home of the Yemaek people in ancient times and became the land of Wiman Joseon in 129 BC. In 128 BC, Nam Ryeo, the army officer of Yaekam, punished Wujang of Wiman Korea and became the territory of the Han dynasty . In the 14th year of Goguryeo Muchheon (313), it entered Goguryeo territory. In 639, Silla occupied this place and ruled it as a 'Sogyeong' ( 소경 ). In 658, King Moo-yeong abolished
3249-421: Was traditionally carried out by slash-and-burn methods, but in modern times this has largely been replaced by other techniques, including high-altitude shiitake farming. This Korea location article is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . Gangwon-do (South Korea) Pyeongchang County in Gangwon hosted the 2018 Winter Olympics and 2018 Winter Paralympics . Gangwon also hosted
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