Yongpyong Resort, Ski resort in Daegwallyeong-myeon, South Korea.
Yongpyong Resort is a ski resort in Daegwallyeong featuring slopes across different elevations between roughly 770 and 1,458 meters (2,500 and 4,780 feet). The grounds offer 31 runs of varying difficulty and 15 lift facilities that provide access to different areas.
The resort was acquired by the Tongil Group through Segye Ilbo in 2003 and developed into South Korea's largest winter sports complex. This expansion made it a major center for winter sports in the region.
The resort became known through Korean television productions and served as a filming location for popular series like Winter Sonata and Goblin. This connection to the entertainment industry attracts many visitors who want to see the places from their favorite shows.
The resort provides year-round activities, with skiing from November to April and an indoor water park called Peak Island during warmer months. Visitors should plan their activities based on the season, as the offerings change depending on the weather.
The site hosted alpine skiing events for the 2018 Winter Olympics, where international athletes encountered specialized and demanding slopes. This Olympic history left marks on the grounds' infrastructure and layout.
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