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Gangdong

Gangwon-do, South Korea · Asia

About Gangdong

Gangdong is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Gujeong, 45km from Hwanseon Cave.

Gangdong is a town located in Gangwon-do, South Korea. With a population of 0, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Gangdong sits in South Korea, where you drive on the right. It's in the Asia/Seoul time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Gangdong to your route.

About Gangdong

Gangneung Air Base (IATA: KAG, ICAO: RKNN) is an airbase holding the 18th fighter wing of the Republic of Korea Air Force. It is located in Gangneung, Gangwon Province, South Korea. The airfield has one runway (08/26), and is ILS equipped on runway 23. In the past, this airfield also used to handle civilian air

Read more traffic. The passenger handling functions of this airfield were closed prior to the opening of Yangyang International Airport.

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Gangdong offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Gangdong located?

Gangdong is located in Gangwon-do, South Korea, Asia. The coordinates are 37.7290 latitude, 128.9542 longitude.

What is the population of Gangdong?

Gangdong has a population of approximately 0 people, making it a town in South Korea.

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Quick Information

Population
0
Continent
Asia
Country
South Korea
Region
Gangwon-do
Timezone
Asia/Seoul
Coordinates
37.7290, 128.9542

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in South Korea

Police
112
Ambulance
119
Fire
119
Driving side
right

Tourist helpline (English): 1330.

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Worth the detour from Gangdong

2 notable places within an hour's drive.

mountain pass

Daegwallyeong Pass

Historic 832 m pass on the old Yeongdong road where the Taebaek Mountains drop to the East Sea, coiling above Gangneung past windmill-topped sheep ranches. Korea's classic mountain drive.

18 km · about 20 min drive

natural wonder

Hwanseon Cave

One of Asia's largest limestone caves, with 6.5 km of passages, underground waterfalls and vast chambers. A steep 1.3 km climb or a monorail carries visitors from the car park to the entrance.

45 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near Gangdong

  • 18 kmDaegwallyeong PassHistoric 832 m pass on the old Yeongdong road where the Taebaek Mountains drop to the East Sea, coiling above Gangneung past windmill-topped sheep ranches. Korea's classic mountain drive.
  • 63 kmHangyeryeong PassA 1,004 m pass on National Route 44 carrying the road over the Taebaek range into Seoraksan, with long sweeping curves and a summit rest area looking down the Osaek valley.
  • 70 kmMisiryeong PassThe old road over the Taebaek mountains to Sokcho, bypassed by a tunnel and now largely empty of traffic, leaving a quiet climb with views to Ulsanbawi's granite domes.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Gangdong.

Gujeong

🇰🇷 South Korea

7 km away

Gangneung

🇰🇷 South Korea

8 km awayPop. 208,161

Jumunjin

🇰🇷 South Korea

21 km awayPop. 20,600

Donghae City

🇰🇷 South Korea

25 km awayPop. 101,128

Santyoku

🇰🇷 South Korea

37 km awayPop. 42,145

T’aebaek

🇰🇷 South Korea

62 km awayPop. 48,962

Sokcho

🇰🇷 South Korea

62 km awayPop. 81,164

Pyeongchang

🇰🇷 South Korea

64 km awayPop. 9,940

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