South Korea
Known for its K-Pop, fashion, cosmetics, Buddhist temples, South Korea is a beautiful country with a hilly and mountainous landscape, dotted with cherry trees. It's also a safe and relatively accessible country to visit - just be prepared for limited amounts of English.
Influenced by Chinese and Japanese cultures, South Korea is one of the most densely populated countries in the world. It's also home to some great food which is now making its way onto the radar of Westerners - think kimchi, bibimbap, bulgogi and Korean fried chicken.
Essentials
For first-time visitors
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All stories from South Korea
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itinerary
A Jeju Island itinerary for first-time visitors
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history
Exploring the past in Gyeongju, South Korea
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Travel Guide
Chuncheon: know before you go
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day trip
A day trip to Nami Island
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city guide
A day trip to Suwon, South Korea
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travel guide
Is Incheon worth visiting?
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itinerary
Three days in Busan
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experience
Visiting Korea's DMZ
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neighbourhood guide
Where to stay in Seoul
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itinerary
Three days in Seoul
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travel budget
South Korea travel costs
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travel tips