Hello guys! December came so fast and we are about to welcome 2018! This post is going to be the last post for my Wow! Pyeongchang Supporters [Malaysia] program. I would like to take this chance to thank KTO for this awesome program so that Malaysian and even all people around the world know more about Winter Olympics that about to happen very very soon next year. And also YOU who are reading my posts and giving some support on Winter Olympics, much appreciated!
Let's countdown to the day of Pyeongchang Winter Olympics 2018 and give your support to all participants. Wish them all the best!
So for my post today, I'm going to introduce the very famous train service in Korea which is KTX!
Story 1 What is KTX?
Korea Train eXpress (KTX) is South Korea's high speed rail system, operated by Korail. KTX operated from Incheon International Aiport with stops at Seoul Station and Yongsan Station towards to Busan and Gwangju. A new terminal in Seoul's Gangnam District is under construction at Suseo Station which is scheduled to open in 2016 with intermediate stations in New Dongtan City and Seoul Subway Line 1's Jije Station in Pyeongtaek. A new line from Wonju to Gangneung is to be operated officially from December 2017 to serve the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang.
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- Gyeonggangseon Wonju-Gangneung line is 120.7km and construction took 1 year and 7 months.
- 34 tunnels and 53 bridges were newly constructed. One of the tunnel, Daegwallyeong tunnel in PyeongChang is the ongest tunnel in Korea with length of 21.7km.
- The maximum speed of KTX is 250km/h so travelling time between ICN-Gangneung (275km) will be 5 hours reduced compared to Mugunghwaho train service.
- KORAIL has run the testing operation from July and official service will be starting from mid December 2017.
(Special Promotion) Pyeongchang Korail Pass with Korail and Korea Tourism Organization
You may click on this link to know more about the special promotion on PYEONGCHANG KORAIL PASS.
Story 2 Factsheet on KTX service and transportation plan during Olympic season
Introduction on new KTX stations in Olympic sites
1. Dunnae Station
Dunnae Station is located at Japogok-ri, Dunnae-myeon, Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do. It is near to Welli Hill Resort as well as Pheonix Park and Hanu (Korean Beef) BBQ town.
2. Jinbu (Odaesan) Station
Jinbu (Odaesan) Station is located at Songjeong-ri, Jinbu-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gnagwon-do. Passengers will take off at Jinbu station to move to Alpensia ski resort during 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympic Games.
3. PyeongChang Station
PyeongChang Station is located at Jaesan-ri, Yongpyeong-myeon, PyeongChang-gun, Gangwon-do. It is about 10km away from Bongpyong-myeon in which buckwheat flower field and Lee Hyo Seok Cultural Hall located.
4. Gangneung Station
Gangneung Station is located at 176, Yongji-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do. Passengers are to take shuttle bus to move to Gangneung Olympic Park during 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympic Games.
Introduction on shuttle bus service in Olympic cities
Pyeongchang Trout Festival (22 Dec 2017 - 25 Feb 2018)
The Pyeongchang Trout Festival takes place during winter in the town of Jinbu-Myeon in Pyeongchang-gun district. Visitors to the festival can enjoy a varity of programs including ice and lure fishing for trout, snow programs, ice programs, folk programs and more. There will also be traditional folk games including sledding and top spinning and visitors can try out sports such as riding 4-wheel ATVs, snow rafting, sleigh trains. Any trout caught from ice fishing and lure fishing can be prepared right away at a nearby restaurant.
Trout farming first started in Pyeongchang due to its cold, clear water. Trout offer plenty of nutrition and their natural taste makes them delicious when eaten raw.
Location: 3562, Gyeonggang-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
Main programs: Trout-fishing, Bare-handed fishing, Sledding, Bobsleigh-riding, Ice skating, Winter game experience
Daegwallyeong Snow Festival (7 Feb - 22 Feb *subject to change)
The Daegwallyeong Snow Festival is held in Hoenggye-ri area, which is located in Daegwanryeong-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do. The festival starts with a fireworks display, followed by various programs such as a singing contest, an international naked marathon contest, a singing contest for multicultural families, a climbing competition, snow art contests, a snow literature event and more.
Location: Pyeongchang Hoenggye-ri area
Main program: Snow sculpture contest, Sledding, Bobsleigh-riding
Finally, that's all for my post and I officially done my Winter Olympics Malaysia Supporters program. Throughout the year, I have learned and gained knowledge about Korea and Winter Olympics' cities, for sure you too! Now let's countdown to Winter Olympics and don't stop giving your support for all the athlete that participating. Thank you KTO Malaysia for this amazing chance and opportunity for me to be a part of Winter Olympics Supporters! Thanks to you too who keep on reading and supporting my blog posts throughout the year!
1. Dunnae Station
Dunnae Station is located at Japogok-ri, Dunnae-myeon, Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do. It is near to Welli Hill Resort as well as Pheonix Park and Hanu (Korean Beef) BBQ town.
2. Jinbu (Odaesan) Station
Jinbu (Odaesan) Station is located at Songjeong-ri, Jinbu-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gnagwon-do. Passengers will take off at Jinbu station to move to Alpensia ski resort during 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympic Games.
3. PyeongChang Station
PyeongChang Station is located at Jaesan-ri, Yongpyeong-myeon, PyeongChang-gun, Gangwon-do. It is about 10km away from Bongpyong-myeon in which buckwheat flower field and Lee Hyo Seok Cultural Hall located.
4. Gangneung Station
Gangneung Station is located at 176, Yongji-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do. Passengers are to take shuttle bus to move to Gangneung Olympic Park during 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympic Games.
Introduction on shuttle bus service in Olympic cities
1. PyeongChang
2. Gangneung
Story 3 Suggested KTX trip to Olympic cities in 2018
The Pyeongchang Trout Festival takes place during winter in the town of Jinbu-Myeon in Pyeongchang-gun district. Visitors to the festival can enjoy a varity of programs including ice and lure fishing for trout, snow programs, ice programs, folk programs and more. There will also be traditional folk games including sledding and top spinning and visitors can try out sports such as riding 4-wheel ATVs, snow rafting, sleigh trains. Any trout caught from ice fishing and lure fishing can be prepared right away at a nearby restaurant.
Trout farming first started in Pyeongchang due to its cold, clear water. Trout offer plenty of nutrition and their natural taste makes them delicious when eaten raw.
Location: 3562, Gyeonggang-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
Main programs: Trout-fishing, Bare-handed fishing, Sledding, Bobsleigh-riding, Ice skating, Winter game experience
Daegwallyeong Snow Festival (7 Feb - 22 Feb *subject to change)
The Daegwallyeong Snow Festival is held in Hoenggye-ri area, which is located in Daegwanryeong-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do. The festival starts with a fireworks display, followed by various programs such as a singing contest, an international naked marathon contest, a singing contest for multicultural families, a climbing competition, snow art contests, a snow literature event and more.
Location: Pyeongchang Hoenggye-ri area
Main program: Snow sculpture contest, Sledding, Bobsleigh-riding
Finally, that's all for my post and I officially done my Winter Olympics Malaysia Supporters program. Throughout the year, I have learned and gained knowledge about Korea and Winter Olympics' cities, for sure you too! Now let's countdown to Winter Olympics and don't stop giving your support for all the athlete that participating. Thank you KTO Malaysia for this amazing chance and opportunity for me to be a part of Winter Olympics Supporters! Thanks to you too who keep on reading and supporting my blog posts throughout the year!
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