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Neietsu

Gangwon-do, South Korea · Asia

About Neietsu

Neietsu is worth a stop: 25 minutes from Pyeongchang, 52km from Hwanseon Cave.

Neietsu is a town located in Gangwon-do, South Korea. With a population of 25,413, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Neietsu 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 Neietsu to your route.

About Neietsu

Yeongwol County (Korean: 영월군; RR: Yeongwol-gun) is a county in the South Korean state of Gangwon. Its population is about 36,000 as of 2026. In South Korea, it is known as the place where King Danjong, the sixth king of the Joseon Dynasty, was exiled when he was forced to abdicate by his uncle, who became King Sejo.

Read more It is also where Danjong was buried after he was murdered in 1457, following the attempts by six martyred ministers to restore him to power, after he was perceived to be a continuing threat to the rule of his uncle. It is also where the Joseon Dynasty poet Kim Sat-gat was buried.

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Neietsu 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 Neietsu located?

Neietsu is located in Gangwon-do, South Korea, Asia. The coordinates are 37.1845 latitude, 128.4682 longitude.

What is the population of Neietsu?

Neietsu has a population of approximately 25,413 people, making it a town in South Korea.

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Quick Information

Population
25,413
Continent
Asia
Country
South Korea
Region
Gangwon-do
Timezone
Asia/Seoul
Coordinates
37.1845, 128.4682

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 Neietsu

2 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Buseoksa

A hillside temple near Yeongju whose Muryangsujeon hall, built around 1376, is among the oldest wooden buildings in Korea, with entasis columns and a long view over receding ridgelines.

28 km · about 35 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.

52 km · about 60 min drive

Driving roads near Neietsu

  • 61 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.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Neietsu.

Pyeongchang

🇰🇷 South Korea

22 km awayPop. 9,940

Yeongju

🇰🇷 South Korea

43 km awayPop. 84,625

T’aebaek

🇰🇷 South Korea

46 km awayPop. 48,962

Wŏnju

🇰🇷 South Korea

50 km awayPop. 332,849

Chungju

🇰🇷 South Korea

53 km awayPop. 209,483

Yecheon

🇰🇷 South Korea

59 km awayPop. 54,873

Mungyeong

🇰🇷 South Korea

59 km away

Seoseok

🇰🇷 South Korea

64 km away

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