South Korea
Explore South Korea through its landscapes, historical background, traditions, food and important landmarks while discovering the role of Korean in local communities.
Destination: South Korea
Capital or cultural center: Seoul
Language focus: Korean
Destination type: Country
The Korean Peninsula's southern portion has mountains, river valleys and extensive coastlines and islands.
History
Korean kingdoms, the Joseon dynasty, Japanese colonial rule and the division following World War II shaped modern South Korea.
Culture & Traditions
Hanbok, traditional music, cinema, K-pop and family holidays coexist with regional traditions.
Food & Cuisine
Kimchi, bibimbap, bulgogi and regional noodle dishes are common.
Famous Landmarks
Seoul's royal palaces, Gyeongju, Busan and Jeju Island.
Languages Spoken
Korean is the national language and is written in Hangul; regional varieties and community languages are also present. This guide places special focus on Korean and its regional use.
Useful Phrases
안녕하세요 — Hello (polite)
감사합니다 — Thank you
부탁합니다 — Please / I request
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