Gangwon State

Built around the Taebaek Mountains and the upper Han River basin, Gangwon-do grew into South Korea’s broad northeastern province, extending from inland valleys to the East Sea coast. Chuncheon, the provincial capital, lies among lakes and waterways in the west, while the eastern districts meet the sea. Seoraksan National Park gives the region a strongly mountainous character, and winter sports remain an important part of its identity. PyeongChang hosted the 2018 Winter Olympics, bringing worldwide attention to Gangwon-do’s snowy uplands. Buckwheat dishes and fresh coastal seafood also feature prominently in local food traditions. See how Gangwon-do connects with the wider Korean Peninsula by browsing webcams in neighbouring areas.

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