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  Cleverpedia, the ultimate encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Hongcheon is a district in the province Gangwon (South Korea).
Longford is a county (county) in the Republic of Ireland.
Westmeath is a county (county) in the Republic of Ireland.
cleverpedia.com /sitemap1575   (1585 words)

  
 Open Directory - Regional:Asia:South Korea:Gangwon   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
It is bordered on the west by Jeongseon County.
Inje County is a large county adjacent to the DMZ in north-central Gangwon province.
Yanggu County is bordered by North Korea on the north, Hwacheon County on the west, Chuncheon City on the southwest, and Inje County elsewhere.
dmoz.org /Regional/Asia/South_Korea/Gangwon/desc.html   (588 words)

  
 ::: Welcome to Gyeonggi Province :::
Geography: Gapyeong county is a mountainous area situated in the northeast of Gyeonggi Province, and is the region where the Bukhan River and Hongcheon River merge and flow in a southeasterly direction.
The region borders Chuncheon City and Hongcheon County in Kangwon Province to the east, Namyangju City in the west, Yangpyeong County in the south, and Pochun County and Whacheon County in the north.
In the past, Gapyeong County was an important route from Seoul City to Chuncheon City and to the present day it is a strategic place on the central front-line.Gapyeong County is right in the middle of the Korean peninsula.
english.gg.go.kr /SITE/data/html_dir/2003/03/15/200303150015.jsp   (273 words)

  
 INSIDE JoongAng Daily   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
But after torrential rainfall destroyed much of the county in mid-July, taking the lives of dozens of people, the number of visitors to the region dropped dramatically, by as much as 80 percent, compared to a year ago.
Furthermore, the county government had to cancel what would have been its fourth "Leports Festival," which was scheduled to be held for four days from July 20, missing one of the few chances to attract many visitors.
For those who feel uncomfortable about holidaying in an area recently damaged by floods, the Inje county government is holding a 3-1-2 campaign: Spend three days in Inje, using one day to help with restoration efforts and the other two days enjoying yourself.
joongangdaily.joins.com /200608/17/200608172058318409900092009201.html   (1696 words)

  
 Gangwon travel guide - Wikitravel
Almost all cities and counties in South Korea have an express bus to Gangwon province.
There are plenty of taxis prowling the street of cities and counties.
Hongcheon hwarosutbulgui: This is pork flavored with 20 different types of spices and charcoal broiled.
wikitravel.org /en/Gangwon   (6322 words)

  
 Untitled Document
Daecheong Peak, the highest peak on Mt. Seorak, is located at the boundary of Inje county and Yangyang county, and it stands on 1,708m above sea level higher than the 1,638m of Biro bong(peak) on Mt. Keumgang.
It is the greatest spot for rafting so it is recommended that you enjoy the rafting, fresh water fishing and so on, staying at near home-stays for two to three days if you are available.
Hapgangjeong, the first pavilion in this area, was built on Hapgangri with geographical features(on the paved road below the recent place) 66 years after a local school annexed to the Confucian shrine were established in 1610 while Lee Se-Euk, who had worked as an officer of the local court in 1616, in office.
www.inje.gangwon.kr /english/sub3_center01.htm   (1670 words)

  
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geopubs.wr.usgs.gov /open-file/of03-220/DATABASE/lode_deposits.txt   (20801 words)

  
 Pyeongchang - Galbijim
Pyeongchang (평창군, 平昌郡, flat.prosperous.county) is a county in Gangwon-do.
To the east is the county of Jeongseon, to the northeast is the city of Gangneung, to the north is the county of Hongcheon, to the west is the county of Hoengseong, and to the south is the county of Yeongwol.
As Pyeongchang does not reach the sea it has a continental climate, and it has a colder climate than any other region in the country.
wiki.galbijim.com /Pyeongchang   (213 words)

  
 Yangyang - Galbijim
Yangyang (양양군, 襄陽郡, aid.sun.county) is a county in Gangwon-do.
To the north is the city of Sokcho, to the west is the county of Inje, to the south is the city of Gangneung and the county of Hongcheon, and to the east is the sea.
As the county both faces the Sea of Japan/East Sea as well as has the Taebaek Mountains to block the cold wes wind in the winter, it is on average 2.5℃ warmer than oher cities on the west coast at the same latitude, and 3℃ warmer in the winter.
wiki.galbijim.com /Yangyang   (221 words)

  
 Baekdudaegan Mountain Range Eco-Tourism Cyber System   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
The Ministry of Environment is unfolding ecosystem related initiatives such as installing passageway for the wild animals at the Guryeong Summit in 1998, which connects the Siamjae of Mt. Jiri, located at the South of Seongsamjae with the Yangyang and Hongcheon of the Gangwon Province.
In April 1999, the Korea Research Institute for Human Settlements organized the , jointly with Green Korea.
Moreover, lighting and quarrying permits, currently owned by mayors or county chiefs, were to be delegated to the head of Korea Forest Service, and the permit conditions were to be strengthened as well.
www.gwbaekdu.com /eng/br/br03_005.asp   (708 words)

  
 Pyeongchang County Biography,info
Pyeongchang County (Pyeongchang-gun) is a county in Gangwon-do province, South Korea and the 3rd largest county in the country.
It is located in the Taebaek Mountains region, and is home to a number of Buddhist temples, including Woljeongsa.
[2] The county is around 180km to the east of Seoul, the capital of South Korea.
www.parsnava.com /biography/sdmc_Pyeongchang_County   (237 words)

  
 :: Welcome to Hongcheon ::
Consisting of a Mugunghwa and a waterdrop (the face), symbolizing the clean nature of our county, the character is diong a unique gesture.
The Mugungy character is not just a symbol but also plays an important role in making the people of Korea, not to mention the people of Hongcheon -gun, feel close to our county.
It is used to promote the county of Hongcheon through certain campaigns and through the active development of a wide range of products.
www.hongcheon.gangwon.kr /2005/eng/sub01_04_03.asp   (121 words)

  
 Patchwork Brain - The Hidden Meaning of Flowers - Azalea
Azaleas generally don't do well in dry ground since their roots are shallow.
In Korea, the azalea is the official flower of Hongcheon county, "...blooming all over the county early in the spring, and its meaning is 'moderation' expressing simple characteristics of our county people."
In Japan, the azalea is the beloved flower of Nerima City where they hold an azalea festival each year at Heisei Azalea Park, home to more than 500 varieties of azalea.
patchworkbrain.com /flower_meanings/azalea.htm   (148 words)

  
 KBS GLOBAL
Achimgari in Girin-myon, Inje County, Gangwon Province is one of the best secret places of refuge as designated by the legendary book entitled "Jeong Gam Rok" (鄭鑑錄, a prophetic book during the Joseon period) in times of national emergencies.
The prophetic book cites as places of refuge three "Dun's" -- "Saldun," "Woldun" and "Daldun" in Hongcheon County, Gangwon Province, and four "Gari's" -- "Achimgari," "Jeokgari," "Yeongari" and "Myongjigari" in Inje County, Gangwon Province.
All these remote places are ideal locations for people to take shelter during times of war to make a living.
english.kbs.co.kr /life/travel/spots/1396034_11625.html   (1318 words)

  
 The Website of Julie Tam   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
This was her first time in Korea, making it her 15th country to visit.
We were on the 2nd floor of the Smith County Courthouse, when 50 rounds of gunshots rang out downstairs.
The Tri County Leader newspaper also featured an article previewing Julie's presentation and a photo of her.
www.julietam.com /34101.html?*session*id*key*=*session*id*val*   (2909 words)

  
 :: Welcome to Hongcheon ::
During the Chosun dynasty, in the 13th year of King Tae-Jong (1413) our county became Hongjeong-Hyeon and a Hyeon-gam (county office) was installed and on May 26th 1895 (32nd year of King Go-Jong) we became Chuncheon-bu Hongcheon-hyeon by following imperial order 98.
On October 21st 1954, following the enforcing of law number 350, the 「Laws on the temporary handling of reclaimed areas」, Sinna-myeon was returned to Inje-gun and Nae-myeon remained to give us 10 myeons.
On January 1st, 1963 Hongcheon-myeon was promoted to Eup by law number 1177 and Sammachi-ri of Nam-myeon was incorporated into Hongcheon-eup to turn our county into a 1 eup 9 myeon county.
www.hongcheon.gangwon.kr /2005/eng/sub01_03.asp   (267 words)

  
 Gangwon-do (South Korea) - Avoo - Ask Us A Question - Gangwon-do is a province of South Korea, with its capital at ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Thus, one might catch a bus or train on the "Yeongdong Line," or drive to Gangneung on the Yeongdong Expressway.
Gangwon-do is divided into 7 cities ("Si" or "Shi") and 11 counties ("Gun").
The names below are given in English, Hangul, and Hanja.
www.anaheimcaus.com /profile/Gangwon-do_(South_Korea)   (716 words)

  
 Maps of South Korea - Wikimedia Commons
[edit] District and County of Busan Metropolitan City
[edit] District and County of Daegu Metropolitan City
[edit] District and County of Incheon Metropolitan City
commons.wikimedia.org /wiki/Maps_of_South_Korea   (131 words)

  
 COPC Team Members
Michael taught numerous business start-up classes, provided technical assistance to microentrepreneurs, assisted clients with their business plans, and coordinated the expansion of the MEDAL program into Coos County.
As a Community and Regional Planning student, Michael is focused on economic development in rural communities, with a particular interest in rural Oregon communities.
Peter was born in Hongcheon Kangwonin, South Korea, and attended high school in Seoul.
darkwing.uoregon.edu /~copc/getinvolved/team.htm   (854 words)

  
 Cienega freshman using golf to build life in new country | www.azstarnet.com ®
She is adjusting to life in the desert, making friends and playing lots of golf and excelling at it.
Park, who was born in Hongcheon, South Korea, has lived in the United States for two years and has learned fluent English along the way.
Golf brought her to Tucson and provides her an avenue to make friends, teach others about the game and lead Cienega to victory — which she has done often.
www.azstarnet.com /sn/dest_golf/149345.php   (947 words)

  
 Web Directory » Web Directory » Regional » Asia » South Korea » Gangwon » Hongcheon
Web Directory » Regional » Asia » South Korea » Gangwon »; Hongcheon
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The content on this page is based on the Open Directory Project and has been modified by this website.
www.dcpages.com /DC_ODP/?c=Regional/Asia/South_Korea/Gangwon/Hongcheon   (109 words)

  
 ::: Welcome to Gyeonggi Province :::
Using passenger cars, take Olympic road to Hongcheon, Gangryeung direction (road no.6)
The free parking lot along the riverbed and the rear side of the apartment by overpass from the market place is a small rest area provided by county.
It started in a small scale market and became a size of market as of today since 1983.
english.kg21.net /SITE/data/html_dir/2003/05/12/200305120003.jsp   (238 words)

  
 Osan AB and the Songtan Area 2006
The government also designated 18 locations nationwide as special disaster zones, where flood victims would receive special aid and financial compensation.
The designated areas include seven counties and districts in Gangwon Province, such as Hongcheon, Inje and PyeongChang.
In Japan, the same storm resulted in at least 10 people dead and another 10 were missing after heavy rain lashed western and central Japan causing mudslides and flash floods.
kalaniosullivan.com /OsanAB/OsanSongtane2.html   (17638 words)

  
 AT&T Worldnet Service - Directory
Directory Regional / Asia / South Korea / Gangwon / Hongcheon
Describes this body's current projects, and the general state of health services in Hongcheon County.
Local government site including clickable tourist map, annual events.
www.att.net /cgi-bin/webdrill?catkey=gwd/Top/Regional/Asia/South_Korea/Gangwon/Hongcheon   (157 words)

  
 Asia Observer - web directory and search
Search the Open Directory Project: 4 million sites, selected by 72.000 volunteer editors and categorized by geography and topic.
Hongcheon County - Local government site including clickable tourist map, annual events.
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www.asiaobserver.com /cgi-local/anacondaodpp.pl?passurl=/Regional/Asia/South_Korea/Gangwon/Hongcheon   (72 words)

  
 Regional - Asia - South Korea - Gangwon - Hongcheon - Newsletter - News - Reviews - Education - Ratings
Regional - Asia - South Korea - Gangwon - Hongcheon - Newsletter - News - Reviews - Education - Ratings
Find The Best Sites For Hongcheon At Joltsearch (Miva)
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