4 Reasons Why Gangwon Province Is The Top Destination In Korea

24 OCTOBER 2017

4 REASONS WHY GANGWON PROVINCE IS THE TOP DESTINATION IN KOREA

4 Reasons Why Gangwon Province Is The Top Destination In Korea

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#1 Snowy Winter

Gangwon-do is the snowiest province in Korea and have the greatest natural snow. For about 66 days from November to March, Gangwon-do has an average of 250cm of snow. The average temperature is about -4.8 degree Celsius throughout winter, which maintains optimal ski conditions.

#2 Famous Venue of Many International Competitions

4 Reasons Why Gangwon Province Is The Top Destination In Korea

Gangwon-do has hosted 41 international games, including the 99 Winter Asian Games, FIs Alpine Ski Competition, FIs Continental Cup Ski Competition, FIs International Snowboard Competition, Isu International Ice Skating Competition, 2009 Snowboard World Championships, Biathlon World Championships, and many more since 1997. One significant upcoming big event is the 2018 PyeongChang Olympic Winter Games.

#3 Nine Awesome Resorts for Family Recreation

4 Reasons Why Gangwon Province Is The Top Destination In Korea

The resorts are very popular among Korean people in the winter season as each has its own unique features for skiers and snowboarders, as well as other activities for families with kids. Find out more about these 9 resorts here!

#4 Mecca of Winter Festivals

4 Reasons Why Gangwon Province Is The Top Destination In Korea

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The festivals are held mostly in January, at the peak of the winter season. You may find exciting activities, performances, and unique local winter dishes at the festivals. Some of the interesting programmes to keep a look out for are Hand-Catching Mountain Trout in freezing cold pond, Naked Marathon, and riding on a sled pulled by Siberian huskies. Find out more of the top 4 festivals offered in Gangwon-do here!

4 Reasons Why Gangwon Province Is The Top Destination In Korea


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