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About Gangneung

Find specialness amidst the ordinary in Gangneung.

The Location Of Gangneung

Gangneung is located in the center of Gangwon-do and the famous Taebaek Mountains.

Its coastal and mountainous areas allow visitors to enjoy a variety of natural scenery as well as rich historical resources.

On January 1 of each year, the sunrise festival is held at Gyeongpodae and Jeongdongjin, and in May of every year, the Gangneung Dano Festival, a world intangible cultural heritage, is held.

It takes 2 hours and 50 minutes by express bus from Seoul, and about 1 hour and 30 minutes by public transit from the nearby Yangyang International Airport.

The Population Of Gangneung

Gangneung's population is 215,911, and its population density is 209/km².

It's 2.3 times higher than Gangwon-do's average population density of 91.4/km². Compared to other cities and counties in Gangwondo, Gangneung has the fifth highest population density after Sokcho, Donghae, Wonju and Chuncheon.

Interesting Things About Gangneung

1. A Festive City

Every year in Gangneung, many local festivals including the Radiant Flower Festival (복사꽃 축제), the Squid Festival, and the Coffee Festival happen.

2. NU'EST JR's Hometown

Fans call him gibu-dol, 'gibu' meaning donating and 'dol' short for idol.

In fact, JR and his fans have been making donations to underprivileged children in the city of Gangneung for several years.

3. The Not-So-Hidden Hidden Gem

Gangneung is already famous among ARMY for being the filming location for BTS' album Spring Day.

The bus stop was built solely for the music video and was torn down afterwards, but the city of Gangneung built it again for ARMY to visit!

Celebrities From Gangneung

1. NU'EST JR

2. Kim Seo-hyung

3. Kim Rae-won

Major Attractions Of Gangneung

1. BTS Bus Stop

2. Gyeongpodae 경포대

Must-eats In Gangneung

1. Soondubu (Soft Tofu) 순두부

2. Potato Ongshimi (Potato Dough Soup) 감자 옹심이

3. Hexagon Garlic Bread 육쪽마늘빵