DISCOVER GYEONGGI PROVINCE

A vibrant region full of opportunities awaits you: keep on reading to find out how you can make the most of your time in the province right at the center of Korea.

Korea

The Future of Korea, How Gyeonggi Province is Leading korea into the future

Gyeonggi-do is a hub for industry in Korea that ranges from heavy industry (chemical, steel, electronics, machinery) to textile industry, IT, farming, livestock and fisheries. Gyeonggi-do lies at the heart of the Korean economy and has the highest GRDP of all the other provinces on the South Korean peninsula.

Besides its boosting economy, Gyeonggi-do is known worldwide for its famous tourist destinations ranging from stunning nature to amusement parks, excellent shopping facilities, and captivating historic sites.

Make sure you leave enough time to explore after South Summit: you won’t be disappointed!

BUSINESS

Gyeonggi: at the heart of the most technologically advanced country

Gyeonggi Industrial Tourism Guidebook

CULTURE & TOURISM

Korean traditional culture

KOREAN FOLK VILLAGE

A living museum type attraction in Yongin. It showcases how people from all different classes used to live during the Joseon Dynasty and is a popular destination for both international and local visitors.

Suwon Hwaseong Fortress

Built in 1796 during the reign of King Jeongjo, Hwaseong served as a fortress of national defense to the south and also to house the tomb of King Jeongjo’s father Crown Prince Sadoseja.

Popular Tourist Attractions

EVERLANd

Everland is Korea’s biggest amusement park and is home to the world’s fourth steepest wooden roller coaster. The park is owned by Samsung and includes hotels, a zoo, the theme park, a modern art museum and water park.

DMZ

The Korean Demilitarized Zone is a buffer zone between North and South Korea. It stretches all the way from the west coast to the east coast and goes through Gyeonggi-do Province.

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