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Author: Noelle Armor

Posted on May 12, 2023May 12, 2023

The First of its Kind:  YongPyong Ski Resort, Influencing South Korea since 1975

In 1975, the establishment of YongPyong Resort, the first ski resort built in South Korea, allowed for significant growth in the snow sports industry for the country.

Today, there are 15 popular ski resorts in South Korea, and with the …

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