natural wonder
Damyang Juknokwon Bamboo Forest
A serene bamboo forest garden in southern Korea with winding paths through dense groves of towering bamboo.
29 km · about 35 min drive
Jeollabuk-do, South Korea · Asia
Koch'ang is worth a stop: 25 minutes from Daesan, 29km from Damyang Juknokwon Bamboo Forest.
Koch'ang is a town located in Jeollabuk-do, South Korea. With a population of 72,996, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Koch'ang 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 Koch'ang to your route.
Gochang County (Korean: 고창군; RR: Gochang-gun) is a county in Jeonbuk State, South Korea. It is a rural area, and is home to only one institution of higher education: Gochang Polytechnic College.
Notable people from Gochang include the 20th-century poet Midang. The temple of Seonunsa is also located in Gochang.
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Gochang Dolmens located in Maesan village are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site and Historic Site #391.
Gochang-gun has an average temperature of 14.3 degrees Celsius and precipitation of 1003.6 millimeters, which is a low rainfall area. The average high is 18.8 degrees and the average low is 8.01 degrees.
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Koch'ang is located in Jeollabuk-do, South Korea, Asia. The coordinates are 35.4333 latitude, 126.7000 longitude.
Koch'ang has a population of approximately 72,996 people, making it a town in South Korea.
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Essential numbers in South Korea
Tourist helpline (English): 1330.
Full driving guide for South Korea2 notable places within an hour's drive.
natural wonder
A serene bamboo forest garden in southern Korea with winding paths through dense groves of towering bamboo.
29 km · about 35 min drive
landmark
A charming neighborhood of over 700 traditional hanok buildings, considered the birthplace of Korean bibimbap and home to vibrant cultural traditions.
59 km · about 70 min drive
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