The symbol mark of Hampyeong-gun is an inverted triangle of three circles, and it represents a cow’s head that well demonstrates the geographical features of Hampyeong-gun. Linked circles represent unification between the public sector and the private sector. A sprout embracing the central circle emphasizes the development and determination of Hampyeong-gun that is pushing for “Green Hampyeong for the Future” in addition to its natural characteristics as an area of production of sufficient agricultural products.
It was developed to enhance the unity and pride of Hampyeong residents and promote Hampyeong’s image all across the world in an era of globalization. It is also widely used in regional marketing to promote an environment-friendly and ecological experience city.
General meaning
ㆍIt focuses on environment-friendly agriculture and ecological experience tourism and expresses its vision to realize “Green Hampyeong for the Future.”
Design
ㆍIt dynamically expresses a butterfly soaring to the sky and enhances Hampyeong’s image as a Mecca of Korean spring orchids in addition to the high spirit of its residents.
ㆍIt signifies a clean and environment-friendly image.
The Hampyeong-gun flag is a medium to express the image of Hampyeong-gun, and it carries great significance. In this regard, it needs to be symbolic and emphasize credibility and authority in addition to luxuriousness and dignity. It also needs to consider visual attractiveness. It is installed indoors to be used in the Mayor’s Office, meeting rooms and official events. A corporate flag is mostly used outdoors and can be reduced or enlarged according to usage.
Hampyeong’s mascot came from the shape of a cow, the symbol of traditional agricultural life and one of the regional specialties, and it was developed into a representative image of the area. In addition to its basic image expressing credibility and sincerity, the mascot emphasizes friendliness and comfort in order to highlight the attitude of an attractive guide for administrative institutions, residents and visitors.


Hampyeong-gun’s flower is the spring orchid, which belongs to the orchid family and which is also known to herald spring. Its neat and beautiful image well demonstrates Hampyeong residents’ spirit, and it is a shady plant with a strong vitality. It symbolizes the unity and patience of Hampyeong residents and is ever green all year round, so it suits Hampyeong-gun’s slogan, “Green Hampyeong for the Future.” It grows naturally in various areas in Hampyeong, and most Hampyeong residents have them. It is also easy to cultivate and looks very beautiful. It has yellow petals, and there are no other colors in the flower stalks, main petal, subsidiary and petals except for chlorophyl.


Hampyeong’s tree is the ginkgo, and its strong and colorful trunk well represents Hampyeong residents’ strength, integrity and innocence. Ginkgo nuts that were used in royal court foods are used in memorial services or treating important guests. Since it can be kept for a long time, it symbolizes preciousness and eternity. Its leaves exhibit love, and its color represents friendliness, so many students keep them between the pages of a book. Its roots can endure a spell of dry weather signifying Hampyeong residents’ patience, and it plays an important role as an ornamental tree while helping Hampyeong residents increase their income.


Hampyeong-gun’s bird is the dove which signifies hope, peace and prosperity. It well represents Hampyeong-gun residents’ sprit that values peace and patriotism. A dove leads a good family life and has strong propagation power. It also well demonstrates the unity and continuous development of Hampyeong residents. It lives in the Hampyeong area all year round and gives a feeling of closeness.
Hampyeong-gun’s butterfly is a large spotted butterfly that lives nationwide. It gives a feeling of friendliness and represents the open mind of Hampyeong residents. Five-colored beautiful tiger patterns signify the artistic spirit of the residents, and its free-spirited behavior symbolizes the residents’ love for peace and environment-friendly agriculture. Its magnificent leap toward the sky well demonstrates the residents’ high spirit and spirit of challenge. Its strong propagation power and vitality symbolizes the residents’ continuous development and eternal prosperity.