castle
Hwaseong Fortress
A UNESCO-listed late 18th-century fortress surrounding the center of Suwon, blending Eastern and Western architectural styles.
33 km · about 40 min drive
Gyeonggi-do, South Korea · Asia
Pyeongtaek sits on the route: 20 minutes from Seonghwan, 33km from Hwaseong Fortress.
Pyeongtaek is a city located in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. With a population of 364,694, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Pyeongtaek 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 Pyeongtaek to your route.
Pyeongtaek (Korean: 평택; Korean pronunciation: [ˈpʰjʌŋ.tʰɛk̚]) is a city in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. Located in the southwestern part of the province, Pyeongtaek was founded as a union of two districts in 1940. It was elevated to city status in 1986 and is home to a South Korean naval base and a largeRead more
concentration of United States troops. The South Korean government plans to transform Pyeongtaek into an international economic hub to coincide with the move of United States Forces Korea (USFK) to Pyeongtaek. During the Korean War, it was the site of the Battle of Pyongtaek, an early battle between U.S. and North Korean forces. It is also the location of Pyeongtaek University.
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Pyeongtaek is located in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, Asia. The coordinates are 36.9947 latitude, 127.0889 longitude.
Pyeongtaek has a population of approximately 364,694 people, making it a city in South Korea.
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Tourist helpline (English): 1330.
Full driving guide for South Korea5 notable places within an hour's drive.
castle
A UNESCO-listed late 18th-century fortress surrounding the center of Suwon, blending Eastern and Western architectural styles.
33 km · about 40 min drive
landmark
South Korea's largest theme park near Seoul featuring five themed zones, a zoo, and world-class roller coasters.
35 km · about 40 min drive
landmark
Seoul's massive indoor and outdoor theme park holding the Guinness record for the world's largest indoor amusement park.
57 km · about 65 min drive
scenic viewpoint
South Korea's tallest building at 555 meters with the Seoul Sky observation deck offering sweeping views of the entire metropolitan area.
58 km · about 65 min drive
museum
One of Asia's largest museums, showcasing Korean history and art from the Paleolithic era to modern times.
60 km · about 70 min drive
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