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Gurye-gun

City in South Jeolla, South Korea

Overview

Gurye-gun is a picturesque county in South Jeolla, South Korea, set at the foot of Jirisan National Park. Renowned for its temples, tea fields, and hiking trails, Gurye is a tranquil destination for nature lovers and cultural enthusiasts seeking relaxation and adventure. It offers a blend of rural charm and historic sites, making it a unique escape from Korea's urban centers.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
South Korea
Province
South Jeolla
Population
Time Zone
Asia/Seoul
Coordinates
35.24°, 127.50°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
88
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
82
Food Safety
96
Monthly Cost
$888
Local Cost
$543
Local Income
$1,800
Cashless
70
English
30
Temperature
12.0°C
Summer Avg
23.2°C
Winter Avg
0.1°C
Record High
36.5°C
Record Low
-16.0°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
1407 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
RSU
Distance
45 km

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Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-21.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-10.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.

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