Gyeongbuk Province

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Gyeongbuk-Do South Korea

Chungbuk Province

Gyeongbuk is home to 2.75 million people and is the largest region in the country containing 10 cities and 13 counties. The province is surrounded by mountainous terrain and the climate ranges greatly from extreme winters to hot summers. The East coast stays warm with little climate change during the year whereas the inland gets very hot and receives little rain. The province is home to 20% of Korea’s cultural assets and is viewed as the national leader of modernization. The province is home to 38 universities and a large number of western expats. Their provincial tree is the Zelcova chosen for its long life and strong vitality. The provincial bird is the Heron which is thought to bring good luck and wealth.

Chungcheongbukdo Symbol

Official Gyeongbuk Do Homepage
Gyeongbuk Do Wikipedia

City	Population	Brief Description
Andong	184, 000	-Recognized for its culture and folk traditions. Andong International Maskdance Festival
Gimcheon	150, 000	-Located between major transportation routes directed towards Seoul and Busan – Recognized for its history and scenic beauty
Gumi	380, 000	-Central location providing easy access to major cities, beaches and tourist areas – Known as the silicon valley of South Korea – Home to Gumosan Provincial Park – Has developed rapidly over the decades.
Gyeongju	280, 000	-Very famous tourist destination in Korea – Rich history and home to numerous festivals and attractions
Gyeongsan	221, 000	-Large portion of the city resides within the Metropolitan area of Daegu – Beautiful mountains throughout the region
Mungyeong	85, 000	-Famous for its tourist attractions and numerous historic areas – City name means “To hear good news”
Pohang	520, 000	-Coastal city recognized for its beautiful beaches and tourist attractions – Has a developed downtown district and large port area
Sangju	120, 000	-Renowned for its agricultural farm lands – Has the highest percentage of farming residents in the country – Offers a rural feeling despite the size of its population
Yeongcheon	116, 000	-Transportation hub of the area – Offers access to major highways, bus routes and Jungang and Daegu train lines
Yeongju	200, 000	-Known for a famous Buseoksa Temple and its panaramic mountain views