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South Korea
South Korea, officially known as the Republic of Korea, is a country in East Asia occupying the southern part of the Korean Peninsula. The capital and largest city is Seoul. Its population is about 52 million, with a majority living in urban areas, especially around Seoul. Korean is the official language, and the country is culturally influenced by Confucianism and modern technological advancements.
The nation has a highly developed economy, known for industries such as electronics, automobiles, and shipbuilding. South Korea experiences four distinct seasons and has mountainous terrain. The country is a republic with an elected president. South Korean society is renowned for its vibrant pop culture, including music, films, and cuisine.
Must-see Attractions in South Korea
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Seoul
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Bukchon Hanok Village
Seoul
Insa-dong
Seoul
Cheonggyecheon Stream
Seoul
War Memorial of Korea
Seoul
National Museum of Korea
Seoul
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites in South Korea
| S.No. | UNESCO Place Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Seokguram Grotto and Bulguksa Temple, North Gyeongsang |
| 2 | Haeinsa Temple Janggyeong Panjeon, the Depositories for the Tripitaka Koreana Woodblocks, South Gyeongsang |
| 3 | Jongmyo Shrine, Seoul |
| 4 | Changdeokgung Palace Complex, Seoul |
| 5 | Hwaseong Fortress, Gyeonggi |
| 6 | Gochang, Hwasun and Ganghwa Dolmen Sites, Incheon, North Jeolla, South Jeolla |
| 7 | Gyeongju Historic Areas, North Gyeongsang |
| 8 | Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes, Jeju |
| 9 | Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty, Gyeonggi, Seoul, Gangwon |
| 10 | Historic Villages of Korea: Hahoe and Yangdong, North Gyeongsang |
| 11 | Namhansanseong, Gyeonggi |
| 12 | Baekje Historic Areas, South Chungcheong and North Jeolla |
| 13 | Sansa, Buddhist Mountain Monasteries in Korea, Several sites |
| 14 | Seowon, Korean Neo-Confucian Academies, Several sites |
| 15 | Getbol, Korean Tidal Flats, North Jeolla, South Chungcheong, South Jeolla |
| 16 | Gaya Tumuli, South Gyeongsang, North Gyeongsang, North Jeolla |
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