Tourism

Historical Heritage of Seoul
Seoul, the capital of the Republic of Korea, is itself an important part of Korea’s cultural heritage and the most popular attraction among overseas ...
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Tourist Attractions and Shopping Centers
Insa-dong Insa-dong is a district in downtown Seoul that is packed with antique shops, antiquarian booksellers, art galleries, scroll mounters, craft workshops, brush shops, traditional ...
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Recreation in Nature
Jirisan Mountain The highest and largest mountain in mainland South Korea, Jirisan Mountain consists of numerous scenic peaks, including its highest Cheonwangbong Peak (1,915m ...
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Tourist Attractions outside Seoul
Gyeongju, the Millennium Capital Gyeongju in Gyeongsangbuk-do Province was once the capital of the ancient Korean Kingdom of Silla (57 BCE – 935) for about one ...
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Hanok Villages
The recent revival of interest in modernized traditional Korean houses (called hanok) among architectural designers and house buyers from across Korea has also helped attract ...
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Local Festivals
Local FestivalsAs in many other parts of the world, local communities in Korea have developed a variety of cultural programs and events to mark their ...
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