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[[File:HanzeongRoad.jpg|thumb|Modern buildings in Hanzeong.]] | [[File:HanzeongRoad.jpg|thumb|Modern buildings in Hanzeong.]] | ||
'''Hanzeong''' is the capital of [[Metzetta]], and the country's largest, most populous city. 9.5 million people live in the city, around 12% of the country's entire population. The metropolis sprawls over an area of more than 600 square miles. | '''Hanzeong''' is the capital of [[Metzetta]], and the country's largest, most populous city. 9.5 million people live in the city, around 12% of the country's entire population. The metropolis sprawls over an area of more than 600 square miles. | ||
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== History == | == History == | ||
Hanzeong is an ancient settlement, possibly one of the oldest in the country. It was said to have been founded by [[Yang-jo]] over 4000 years ago. | Hanzeong is an ancient settlement, possibly one of the oldest in the country. It was said to have been founded by [[Yang-jo]] over 4000 years ago. | ||
Hanzeong was originally surrounded entirely by the Fortress Wall of Hanzeong to provide its citizens with security from wild animals, thieves and attacks, but most of the original wall no longer stands; a short stretch and several original gates do survive today and are protected. While the walls still stood, the gates of the city were opened and closed each day, signalled by the ringing of bells from Doechaemun Belfry. | |||
Hanzeong hosted the first [[Istroyan Games]] in [[Hanzeong 1950 Summer Games|1950]], and became the first city in [[Alshar]] to host the Winter Games in [[Hanzeong 2000 Winter Games|2000]]. | |||
== Geography == | == Geography == | ||
[[File:Hanzeong View.jpg|thumb|Hanzeong skyline at night.]] | [[File:Hanzeong View.jpg|thumb|Hanzeong skyline at night.]] | ||
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== Architecture == | == Architecture == | ||
Hanzeong's Socheon District is home to the [[Jangeomhan Gungjeon]] Imperial Complex, an outstanding example of Metzettan architecture. | |||
== Culture == | == Culture == | ||
The [[Istroyan Games]] Museum is found in Hanzeong near the Istroyan Stadium. | |||
== Media == | == Media == | ||
Baeyang | Baeyang Public Broadcasting is based in Hanzeong. | ||
== Sports == | == Sports == | ||
The Istroyan Stadium was specially constructed to host the first ever [[Istroyan Games]]. Other sports venues in Hanzeong include the Imperial Swimming Baths, Karam Dojo and the Hanzeong Municipal Sports Complex. | |||
Hanzeong's biggest men's association football club is the Hanzeong United team, while the women's team is called the Hanzeong Tigers. | |||
== Transportation == | == Transportation == | ||
=== Rail === | === Rail === | ||
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While Hanzeong does not occupy the most accessible portion of Metzetta's coastline, the port still sees some use from cargo and ferry services. | While Hanzeong does not occupy the most accessible portion of Metzetta's coastline, the port still sees some use from cargo and ferry services. | ||
== Education == | == Education == | ||
Hanzeong hosts many universities including Hanzeong National Sport University, Hanzeong National Arts University, Hanzeong National University, Hanzeong National University of Education, Hanzeong National University of Technology, University of Hanzeong, Nunam Presbyterian University, Pengcheon University for The Arts, Metzetta Imperial University, Meseda Women's University, Uinyeo Women's University, Yucheon Women's University, Hanzeong University of Foreign Studies, Hangjin University of Business, Metzetta University of Conservation, Tancheon Metropolitan University, Daeku Institute of Science and Technology, Macheon Institute of Science and Technology, Seongnam University, Ganggeum University, Peonam Agricultural Institute, University of Inwae, Gangjung Institute of Medicine and the University of Metzettan Studies. | Hanzeong hosts many [[Universities in Metzetta|universities]] including Hanzeong National Sport University, Hanzeong National Arts University, [[Hanzeong National University]], Hanzeong National University of Education, Hanzeong National University of Technology, University of Hanzeong, Nunam Presbyterian University, Pengcheon University for The Arts, [[Metzetta Imperial University]], Meseda Women's University, Uinyeo Women's University, Yucheon Women's University, Hanzeong University of Foreign Studies, Hangjin University of Business, Metzetta University of Conservation, [[Tancheon Metropolitan University]], [[Daeku Institute of Science and Technology]], [[Macheon Institute of Science and Technology]], Seongnam University, Ganggeum University, Peonam Agricultural Institute, University of Inwae, Gangjung Institute of Medicine and the University of Metzettan Studies. | ||
Seongnam University has an agreement with [[Arcerion|Arcerion's]] Carnish Anglican University so that both universities host campuses for each other. | |||
== International Relations == | == International Relations == | ||
Hanzeong hosts the embassies of the countries with which Metzetta has diplomatic relations. The following countries have diplomatic missions in Hanzeong; | Hanzeong hosts the embassies of the countries with which Metzetta has diplomatic relations as well as a [[League of Nations]] office. The following countries have diplomatic missions in Hanzeong; | ||
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|{{flag|Takatta Loa}} | |||
|{{flag|Daxia}} | |||
|{{flag|The Cape}} | |||
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|[[File:Wadid.png|23px]] [[Rusana]] | |||
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|[[File:Jn8qyogt4xt41.png|23px]] [[Canpei]] | |||
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|{{flagicon|Quetzenkel}}[[Quetzenkel]] | |||
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===Sister Cities=== | |||
[[Alahuela]], {{flag|Cartadania}} | |||
[[Alstin (City)|Alstin]], {{flag|Alstin}} | |||
[[Collinebourg]], {{flag|Yonderre}} | |||
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[[Category:Metzetta]] | [[Category:Metzetta]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Geography of Metzetta]] | ||