Gokseong County, Rural county in South Jeolla, South Korea.
Gokseong County is a rural administrative area in South Jeolla Province covering approximately 547 square kilometers divided into eleven subdivisions. The region combines urban and rural structures within a dispersed settlement pattern.
The area developed from an agricultural center into a modern administrative district. This transformation reflects South Korea's modernization while traditional farming methods continue to shape the local economy.
The annual World Rose Festival in May draws visitors who walk among colorful flower displays while watching traditional performances that reflect community life.
Visitors reach the county via the Jeolla railway line at Gokseong Station or through three highway interchanges on the Honam Expressway to major cities. Public transportation connects various villages and enables comfortable exploration of the region.
The Gokseong Train Village preserves historical steam locomotives that take visitors on rides through the countryside, bridging transportation history and modern tourism. This railway site now functions as a cultural venue and attraction for travelers.
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