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Pyeongchang

Gangwon-do, South Korea · Asia

About Pyeongchang

Pyeongchang sits on the route: 25 minutes from Neietsu, 56km from Hwanseon Cave.

Pyeongchang is a town located in Gangwon-do, South Korea. With a population of 9,940, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang to your route.

About Pyeongchang

Pyeongchang-eup (평창읍) is a town in South Korea and the county seat of the county of Pyeongchang. The town has a surface area of 116.31 km2 (44.91 sq mi) and a population of 9,940. It is located on the left bank of the river Pyeongchanggang.

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Where is Pyeongchang located?

Pyeongchang is located in Gangwon-do, South Korea, Asia. The coordinates are 37.3703 latitude, 128.3931 longitude.

What is the population of Pyeongchang?

Pyeongchang has a population of approximately 9,940 people, making it a town in South Korea.

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Quick Information

Population
9,940
Continent
Asia
Country
South Korea
Region
Gangwon-do
Timezone
Asia/Seoul
Coordinates
37.3703, 128.3931

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 Pyeongchang

3 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.

48 km · about 55 min 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.

49 km · about 55 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.

56 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Pyeongchang

  • 48 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 Pyeongchang.

Neietsu

🇰🇷 South Korea

22 km awayPop. 25,413

Wŏnju

🇰🇷 South Korea

40 km awayPop. 332,849

Seoseok

🇰🇷 South Korea

42 km away

T’aebaek

🇰🇷 South Korea

57 km awayPop. 48,962

Hongch’ŏn

🇰🇷 South Korea

57 km awayPop. 75,251

Gujeong

🇰🇷 South Korea

58 km away

Gangneung

🇰🇷 South Korea

60 km awayPop. 208,161

Chungju

🇰🇷 South Korea

60 km awayPop. 209,483

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