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Fantastic Korea

The Korean peninsula located in the Northeast Asia is surrounded by the ocean on three sides, making it a unique geographical location and the international hub. Beautiful and bountiful all year round with four distinctive seasons, it delights all visitors with its traditional charms, cutting-edge technologies and magnificent landscapes.

Click each place to find details about the wonderful sites. For more information on attractive sites of Korea, click here!


Gyeongbokgung Palace

Gyeongbokgung Palace

Gyeongbokgung Palace is Korea's most representative royal palace, showcasing the beautiful traditional architecture of Korea. Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung Palace was located at the heart of Seoul and represented the sovereignty of the Joseon Dynasty. The square at the main gate still serves as a symbolic place of delivering the citizen's voice.

Lotte World Tower

Lotte World Tower

Lotte World Tower is the fifth tallest building in the world with 123 floors and standing at 555 meters. Designed inspired by Korean ceramics and writing brushes, the tower contains a shopping mall, duty free shops, theater, aquarium, an amusement park, galleries, restaurants and a luxury hotel in addition to a skywalk and an observation deck. It is one of the best spots to appreciate the breathtaking view of Seoul's vibrant city lights.

For more information: https://english.visitseoul.net/index

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Jeonju Hanok Village

Jeonju Hanok Village

Jeonju Hanok Village is the largest traditional house (hanok) village in Korea, preserving over 735 traditional Korean houses. While the rest of the city has been industrialized, Hanok Village retains its historical charms and traditions.

Jeondong Catholic Cathedral

Jeondong Catholic Cathedral

Jeondong Catholic Cathedral in Jeonju, a National Historic Site, was built in honor of Roman Catholic martyrs of the Joseon dynasty on the very same spot the martyrs lost their lives. You can appreciate the fully formal Romanesque style with eastern beauties uniquely melted in it.

For more information: https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/ATR/mapInformation.kto?md=enu

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Bulguksa Temple [UNESCO World Heritage]

Bulguksa Temple [UNESCO World Heritage]

Bulguksa Temple is a representative relic of Buddhist culture from the Silla kingdom. The temple was built in 528 during the 15th year of King Beopheung's reign (514-540) to wish for peace and prosperity for all. The temple was designated as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site along with the nearby Seokguram Grotto in 1995.

Donggung and Wolji

Donggung and Wolji

Gyeongju Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond was a secondary palace used by the crown prince of the Silla Kingdom. It also served as a banquet site for important national events and important visitors. The pond was created in 674 and still allures visitors with its beauty.

For more information: https://www.gyeongju.go.kr/tour/eng/index.do

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Haeundae Beach

Haeundae Beach

Haeundae Beach is the most famous beach in Busan and in Korea. The white sand beach is roughly 1.5 kilometers long, over a 30- to 50-meter wide area, creating a beautiful coastline before a shallow bay, making it perfect for strolling and swimming.

Jagalchi Market

Jagalchi Market

Jagalchi Market located on the seaside road is Korea's largest seafood market, selling both live and dried fish. This market represents Busan and is famous throughout the country. Visitors can eat fresh raw fish right at the market.

For more information: https://www.visitbusan.net/en/index.do

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Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak [UNESCO World Heritage]

Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak [UNESCO World Heritage]

Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak, 180m above sea level, erupted underwater in the ocean about 5,000 years ago, which makes it a very rare case among the many craters in Jejudo Island. Seongsan Ilchulbong has long been considered one of the best scenic destinations in Korea.

Jusangjeolli Cliff

Jusangjeolli Cliff

The columnar joints near the coast in the eastern Jungmun Tourist Complex, where the waves breaks and dark red hexagonal stones make up tall layers, is considered a gift of nature and was designated as a Natural Monument. The place is becoming ever more popular with tourists as they walk around to admire the incredible scenery along with the fresh scent of the sea.

For more information: https://www.visitjeju.net/en/#

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