Gangwon Province (South Korea) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Gangwon Province |
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| 강원도 | |
| Province | |
| Country | South Korea |
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| Region | Gwandong |
| Capital | Chuncheon |
| - coordinates | 37°30′N 128°15′E / 37.500°N 128.250°E |
| Area | 16,873.51 km² (6,515 sq mi) |
| Population | 1,549,507 (2015) |
| Density | 92 /km² (238 /sq mi) |
| Subdivisions | 7 cities (Si); 11 counties (Gun) |
| Governor | Choi Moon-Soon |
Gangwon Province is a special region in South Korea. Its capital city is Chuncheon. This area is in the northeastern part of South Korea. It shares a border with North Korea to the north. To the east, it has a long coastline along the Sea of Japan. To the west, it borders Gyeonggi Province.
Before 1945, Korea was one country. Gangwon Province and its northern part, now called Kangwŏn, were a single province. Today, Gangwon Province is known for its beautiful natural areas. Much of the province is covered by mountains and forests. These mountains get a lot of snow in winter. This makes them perfect for many popular ski resorts.
Gangwon Province also includes two islands: Ulleungdo and Dokdo. Dokdo is a small group of islets. Both South Korea and Japan claim ownership of Dokdo. About 37 South Korean police officers guard the island and the waters around it.
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Hosting the Winter Olympics
Gangwon Province was chosen to host the 2018 Winter Olympics. This big event took place in the cities of Pyeongchang, Gangneung, and Jeongseon. Athletes from all over the world came to compete in winter sports.
Getting Around Gangwon
Gangwon Province has important connections for travel. Train services run on the Gangwon and Cheongnyeonicheon Lines. These lines help people travel within the province.
The main center for sea travel in Gangwon is Wonsan. Wonsan Harbor has modern facilities. It handles a good amount of the goods that travel by sea in Gangwon.
Sports Teams in Gangwon
Gangwon Province is home to a professional football (soccer) team called Gangwon FC. The team's coach is Choi Yun-Gyeom. They play their home games at four different stadiums. These include Gangneung Sport Stadium, Chuncheon Songam Stadium, Wonju Sports Stadium, and Sokcho Sports Stadium.
Images for kids
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Seoraksan, one of the best-known mountains of Gangwon Province.
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Jungang Line Northern Direction with Jungang Expressway Wonju Bridge.
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Gangneung Stadium, one of the home grounds for Gangwon FC.
See also
In Spanish: Provincia de Gangwon para niños
