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Pyeongchang (English: / ˌpjʌŋˈtʃɑːŋ / pyung-CHAHNG, [2] Korean: [pʰjʌŋtɕʰaŋ]; in full, Pyeongchang-gun [pʰjʌŋtɕʰaŋɡun]) is a county in the province of Gangwon-do, South Korea, located in the Taebaek Mountains region. It is home to several Buddhist temples, including Woljeongsa.
Pyeongchang is a destination that offers a perfect mix of relaxation, adventure, and cultural exploration. From its snowy peaks to its peaceful temples, and from its rugged trails to its festive streets, every corner of Pyeongchang invites discovery.
Pyeongchang was elected as the host city for the 2018 Winter Games at the 123rd IOC Session in Durban, South Africa in July 2011. This marked the second time that South Korea had hosted the Olympic Games (having previously hosted the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul), as well as the first time it hosted the Winter Olympics.
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Pyeongchang (평창) is a city and a county in Gangwon. The city hosted the 2018 Winter Olympic and Winter Paralympic Games. Pyeongchang County's slogan, "Happy700 Pyeongchang", refers to the city's average elevation of approximately 700 m (2,300 ft), which is said to help people stay in good health.
Mar 20, 2019 · Pyeongchang shot to fame in February 2018 as the host city for the Winter Olympics. However, this sleepy Korean ski-town’s status as a tourist hotspot catering to adrenaline junkies looking for the best slopes in South Korea was cemented way before that!
Feb 9, 2018 · Located about 110 miles (177 km) east of Seoul, Pyeongchang is a South Korean county nestled in the Taebaek Mountains. With a low population density, it’s a quiet place where nature comes first.
South Korea is a treasure cove of many beautiful cities and counties, yet Pyeongchang may be the golden egg among them all. Pyeongchang is full of adventurous tourist sites as well as many sightseeing attractions.
Feb 8, 2018 · Relive the moments that went down in history at the 2018 winter Olympics in PyeongChang. Access official videos, results, galleries, sport and athletes.
Feb 3, 2018 · Pyeongchang offers visitors a range of activities, including (clockwise from top left) skiing, enjoying top-grade Korean beef, reliving K-drama at filming sites and viewing buckwheat flower...
