The road commonly called Gwandong-daero or Pyeonghae-ro connected the capital with Gangwon and the east coast, and Wonju was an important junction. Its exact alignment changed over time and is not preserved as one continuous modern trail. This article therefore treats the route as transport history and avoids assigning a precise point until a documented surviving section is identified.
How to read the site
Dates and figures in this article are reference points for comparing periods, not decorations meant to exaggerate the place. At the site, distinguish old fabric, reconstructed elements and spaces that still serve everyday life. That separation makes Wonju’s changes easier to read without turning the whole city into a single neat story.
Before you visit
Do not assume that one stop represents all of Wonju. Use can differ on weekdays, weekends, market days and closure days, while exhibitions, activities and individual businesses may change. Check the operator’s latest notice before leaving, then compare the historical account with what is actually accessible.