South Korea (한국, 韓國 Hanguk), officially the Republic of Korea (대한민국, 大韓民國 Daehan Minguk) is a country in East Asia. South Korea occupies the southern half of the Korean Peninsula, with North Korea to the north, China across the sea to the west and Japan a short ferry ride to the southeast.
South Korea is a dynamic, beautiful country with lots to do and see. South Korea is rich in history and culture that spans thousands of years. South Korea is also now one of the most modern countries in the world in terms of technology and innovation.
The country’s transformation in the past 50 years has been nothing short of miraculous. In fact, the transformation has been called “the miracle on the Han River.”
Even with the transformation, South Korea has not lost its old charm and the the people of South Korea have always remained warm hearted, friendly. and resilient. Their resiliency and fighting spirit is what transformed South Korea from an impoverished nation to one of the most prosperous nations in the world.
Let us help you plan the perfect Korea travel package and get the most out of your trip. We are local South Korea experts that can point you in the right direction, regardless of what your interests are. We know all the places you should visit and what time of year to visit. We know all the great local hotspots for food as well. If you are interested in a Korea travel package, you can look below to see things to do in the country.
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Day 1: Busan Highlights Tour 1 Gacheon Culture Village -> 2) Taejongdae Resort Park -> 3) Jagalchi Fish Market -> 4) Haedong Yonggungsa Temple -> 5) Haeundae Beach Discover the beauty, history, and the food of Busan with this itinerary which covers some of the city’s most popular highlights. Gamcheon Culture Village Gamcheon Cultural…
Day 1: Suwon & Yongin History Tour 1) Korean Folk Village -> 2) Suwon Hwaseng Fortress -> Hwaseong Haenggung Palace Take a day-trip to Suwon and Yongin to discover the deep history of these cities located in Gyeonggi-do, about 1 hour south of Seoul. Korean Folk Village Korean Folk Village gives visitors…
Day 1: Scenic Jeju East Coast Tour 1) Woljeongri Beach -> 2) Seongsan Ichulbong Peak -> 3) Seopjikoji -> 4) Seongeup Folk Village -> 5) Jeju Horse Park This itinerary covers some of the scenic highlights located on or near the east coast of Jeju. Woljeongri Beach Woljeongri Beach is a white sand…
Day 1: Seoul Highlights Tour 1) Gyeongbokgung Palce -> 2) Bukchon Hanok Village -> 3) Insadong Street -> 4) Gwangjang Traditional Market -> 5) Namsan Seoul Tower This suggested itinerary covers some of the most popular Seoul highlights and is an essential must do while in Seoul. Gyeongbokgung Palace Bulit in 1395, Gyeongbokgung Palace…
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Anseong Farmland is a livestock theme park that aims for cultivating affluent lives through harmony between nature and human. Founded in 1969 supported by West Germany, the Farmland has endeavored to serve abundant milk to kids in Korea. By paving the way for prosperity of Korean livestock industry, it has done it’s given share. Today,…
Baekje Cultural Land, built over a period of 17 years, is nestled in Gyuam-myeon, Buyeo-gun, Chungcheongnam-do, providing a home to Baekje’s Cultural Heritages. The complex was used as a filming site for “Running Man”, in the episode starring Jeong Wooseong and Han Hyoju. The site is spread out over 3,276,000 square meters, filled with the…
Built in the 14th year of Silla King Jin-Heung’s reign, Beopjusa Temple is located on Songnisan Mountain. What stands today are the remnants of rebuilt monuments through left over from the lengthy and arduous process. When you enter the temple, the yellow earthen road will catch your eye. The earth was ground into small stone…
Busan’s modern movie district was originally little more than a pair of cinemas that were built following Korea’s liberation from Japanese colonial rule over half a century ago. However, major renovations took place ahead of the first Busan International Film Festival (BIFF), and the newly transformed district was named BIFF Square on August 14, 1996.…
Designated as a natural monument, Bijarim Forest is a group of about 2,800 nutmeg trees between 500 and 800 years old. They are 7-14m in height and 50-110cm in diameter. This is the largest nutmeg tree forest in the world. In the middle of the forest is an 800-year-old tree, called ‘Ancestor tree of the…
Description Galbi (Korean Beef Short Ribs) is beloved by locals and tourists alike. Long prized for their cattle, the city of Suwon in Gyeonggi-do Province serves up the best galbi in Korea. Among the many galbi restaurants in Suwon, Bonsuwon stands out amongst the crowd and is a local favorite. As with most Korean BBQ…
Of the numerous festivals in Korea, Boryeong Mud Festival attracts the largest number of international visitors. During the festival period, tourists flock to the area to experience the benefits of Boryeong’s mud while having a blast. Fully immersed in both the mud and the festival’s great atmosphere, visitors enjoy mud wrestling, mud sliding and even…
Daehan Dawon Tourist Plantation is an area located in Boseong, and its main specialty is green tea which originated from the mountain valleys south of Boseong. Boseong has been a tea plantation area since the days of the Japanese occupation, and with its long history comes large plantations, their traditions, and highly skilled workers. The most…
Bukchon Hanok Village is a neighborhood with hundreds of houses built in the traditional Hanok style. Some of the houses serve as regular homes and others operates as guesthouses, tea houses, museums, and cultural centers. When taking a tour in Seoul, Bukchon Hanok Village is a must visit destination. It is a great place to…
Bulguksa Temple History Bulguksa Temple is located on the slopes of Mount Toham. It is a head temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism and encompasses seven national treasures of South Korea. The temple is considered as a masterpiece of the golden age of Buddhist art in the Silla Kingdom. It is currently the head temple of…
