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Chungju, indicated by the old name of city, Jungwon, Center of the Nation, has been the one of the leading cities in Korean history. Chungju stretches 41.6km from east to west, and 61.1km north to south making the area of 983.99งด, being high in the west and low in the east. Though mountains cover 65% of the land and the farming area is only 18%, the agriculture is still the main business. As of November, 2008, Chungju has the population of 208,849 with 78,533 households.
Situated in inland mountainous areas, Chungju shows wide daily and yearly temperature ranges and considerable precipitation. It is hot in summer and cold in winter. Chungju has not been much damaged by wind because it is surrounded by high mountains. In the summer from June to September, Chungju receives 72% of the total annual precipitation, providing good conditions for farming and livestock raising. |
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Chungju, where the splendid Chung-won culture developed, is a city of hopes and has limitless potential for growth. Since this city is located within 2 hours from anywhere in Korea, Chungju has an optimal foundation for industries such as rich water resources, affordable land, beautiful tourist attractions, and the construction of advanced corporate cities.
Chungju has the best infrastructures for educational, financial, and medical facilities in Korea. Chungju is also a hub city for logistics on the Korean Peninsular. Its investment value is the highest since it has a foundation for logistics, a Knowledge-based enterprises city, advanced industrial complexes, and the Jungwon Local industrial Complex.
Its economical foundation contains a total of 14,468 companies with 56,997 workers. In terms of business type, agriculture-related industry has dominated the most. |
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| Chungju is also a place of natural wonder, blessed with the waters of the Namhangang River and beautiful mountain ranges. It is also abundant with hot springs such as Suanbo Hot Springs, which is renowned for improving health. In addition, Chungju is famous for being the founding ground for Korean martial arts and holds an international martial arts festival every year. |
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Area |
983.99งด |
Population |
208,849 (as of Nov., 2008) |
Number of households |
78,533 (as of Nov., 2008) |
Administrative divisions |
1 eup, 12 myeon, 12 dong |
Municipal flower |
Chrysanthemum |
Municipal tree |
Apple Tree |
Municipal bird |
Mandarin duck |
Road pavement rate |
72.3 |
Public officers |
1,317 |
Number of Teachers |
3,486 |
Education facilities |
124 schools(56,671 students) including elementary, middle, and high school, and universities |
Incorporated Companies & Employees (2005 yr) |
14,468 companies 55,997 persons |
Attractions |
Chungju Multipurpose Dam, Chungju Lake, Mt. Woraksan |
Specialties |
Apple, Cheongmyeongju Wine |
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