Namhan River

Namhan River (Namhan-gang, South Han River) is a major river of South Korea, the 2nd-longest. It is a tributary of the Han River. It is famous for clean and clear water, especially in its upper reaches and tributaries, and serves as a source of water for Seoul. A popular bike path follows the river.[1] Several sections of it are used for public recreation, including rafting; some of these sections have their own traditional names, such as the "Dong-gang" or Dong River stretch, popular for natural beauty.[2][3]

Namhan River in Yangpyeong County

Some part of this river was found to be contaminated by bis-(2-ethylhexyl)-phthalate (DEHP) with 50 ppb.[4]

  • Namhan River in Yeoju City
    Namhan River in Yeoju City
  • Namhan River in Yangpyeong County with Yangpyeong Bridge on National Route 45
    Namhan River in Yangpyeong County with Yangpyeong Bridge on National Route 45
  • Namhan River in Yangpyeong County
    Namhan River in Yangpyeong County

References
  1. "Beautiful Riverside Bicycle Routes in Korea". Visit Korea. Retrieved June 15, 2018.
  2. "Tourist Attractions - Donggang Rafting 상세화면 | 강원관광-영문 > Trip to Gangwon > Tourist Attractions".
  3. "Donggang Rafting - Day Tours (Yeongwol-gun) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go".
  4. Hyun, Ahn Seung (2003). "Analysis of soil contamination by phthalate ester around tributaries to the Han river and molecular identification of the phthalate-degrading bacteria". Seoul National University Graduate School. Retrieved June 15, 2018.

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